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The Kings of Israel & Judah. Lesson 2: United Kingdom - Saul. Introduction. Saul’s reign – approx. 40 years (1051-1011 BC) Samuel’s Address to the People (1 Sam. 10:17-19; 12) Accusation? Reminder? Point? Charge? Instruction?. The Choosing of Saul. Who chose Saul?
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The Kings of Israel & Judah Lesson 2: United Kingdom - Saul
Introduction • Saul’s reign – approx. 40 years (1051-1011 BC) • Samuel’s Address to the People (1 Sam. 10:17-19; 12) • Accusation? • Reminder? • Point? • Charge? • Instruction?
The Choosing of Saul • Who chose Saul? • What do we know about Saul? (1 Sam. 9:1-2) • How would Saul know he was God’s choice? (1 Sam. 10:1-13)
Saul in the Beginning • Attitude/Character • Concern for others (1 Sam. 9:5) • Humble (1 Sam. 9:21; 10:22) • Merciful (1 Sam. 11:13; cf. 10:27-11:1) • Given Spirit of God (1 Sam. 10:9-10; 11:6) • Gave glory to God (1 Sam. 11:13, 15) • Had godly men serving him (1 Sam. 10:26)
Saul in the Beginning • Change in Attitude/Character • How long? (1Sam. 13:1) • Actions indicating change? (1 Sam. 13:9-12) • Attitudes present? • Excuses? • Results? • Implication in 1 Sam. 13:14?