THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE (9 OF 27)
by Keith Krell
Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:1-11, 1 Samuel 13
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The People's Choice (9 of 27)
Series: Calling All Leaders
Keith Krell
1 Samuel 9:1-11:13
Have you ever wondered how God orchestrates certain events? Have you ever pondered how God could be glorified in adverse circumstances? I think every believer wrestles with such questions. Those who don't are either in denial or dead. Oh, I'm sorry, allow me to introduce myself. I'm a common person like you. The Bible calls me a ''servant.'' However, I prefer to see myself as more of a consultant. My name is unimportant, but my role is critical. I served as the side-kick and right-hand man of Saul the Benjamite throughout his reign. I'd like to tell you from my eyewitness perspective how Saul became Israel's first earthly king.
However, before we get to Saul, I must first tell you about Samuel. After decades of successful judgeship, Samuel grew old and appointed his two sons to be judges. Unfortunately, Samuel's biological heir apparents didn't follow in his footsteps. On the contrary, they pursued dishonest gain, took bribes, and perverted justice. As a result of his declining years and rebellious sons, the great Samuel was ousted by his own people. Before Israel gave Samuel his walking papers, they demanded that he find them a king. Samuel immediately sought God's perspective on this matter. Yahweh surprised Samuel by telling him to give the people exactly what they wanted. Samuel then began seeking God for His kingly selection. This is where my master Saul and I enter the story.
1. The selection of Saul (9:1-10:16). Let me begin by saying that Saul was tall, dark, and handsome. I'm not exaggerating. You've heard the expression, ''Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,'' right? Well, when it came to Saul, ''Beauty was not just in the eye of the beholder.'' Everyone agreed that Saul was a stud! He was the tallest man in Israel. He stood head and shoulders above his fellow Israelites. His mere presence brought stability and security to those around him. Not only ...
Series: Calling All Leaders
Keith Krell
1 Samuel 9:1-11:13
Have you ever wondered how God orchestrates certain events? Have you ever pondered how God could be glorified in adverse circumstances? I think every believer wrestles with such questions. Those who don't are either in denial or dead. Oh, I'm sorry, allow me to introduce myself. I'm a common person like you. The Bible calls me a ''servant.'' However, I prefer to see myself as more of a consultant. My name is unimportant, but my role is critical. I served as the side-kick and right-hand man of Saul the Benjamite throughout his reign. I'd like to tell you from my eyewitness perspective how Saul became Israel's first earthly king.
However, before we get to Saul, I must first tell you about Samuel. After decades of successful judgeship, Samuel grew old and appointed his two sons to be judges. Unfortunately, Samuel's biological heir apparents didn't follow in his footsteps. On the contrary, they pursued dishonest gain, took bribes, and perverted justice. As a result of his declining years and rebellious sons, the great Samuel was ousted by his own people. Before Israel gave Samuel his walking papers, they demanded that he find them a king. Samuel immediately sought God's perspective on this matter. Yahweh surprised Samuel by telling him to give the people exactly what they wanted. Samuel then began seeking God for His kingly selection. This is where my master Saul and I enter the story.
1. The selection of Saul (9:1-10:16). Let me begin by saying that Saul was tall, dark, and handsome. I'm not exaggerating. You've heard the expression, ''Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,'' right? Well, when it came to Saul, ''Beauty was not just in the eye of the beholder.'' Everyone agreed that Saul was a stud! He was the tallest man in Israel. He stood head and shoulders above his fellow Israelites. His mere presence brought stability and security to those around him. Not only ...
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