God Appoints a King

A — About This passage introduces Saul, a man outwardly impressive, whom God sovereignly brings to Samuel through ordinary events. Though Israel seeks a king like the nations, God is still directing history according to His purposes. B — Best Verse "Tomorrow about this time I will send you a man from the land of Benjamin, and you shall anoint him commander over My people Israel." (1 Samuel 9:16a) C — Called to Do We are called to trust God's providence, look beyond outward appearances, and ultimately worship and follow Jesus Christ—the true and perfect King who saves His people.