In the midst of this story of warfare we find an interesting story about a man. In this man we will see many of the same characteristics of our own lives.
In this chapter, Saul illustrates the sin of willful rebellion and God’s reaction to this sin. Saul’s rebellion leads to God’s rejection of him as king of Israel.
The Israelites were determined to have a king like all the nations and God had granted their request.
Samuel’s rule as judge was not without its problems. His sons fell short of Samuel’s example and the people demanded a king.
This lesson deals with the cycle of disobedience, destruction and deliverance that characterizes the book of Judges.
