KING SAUL
Read 1 Samuel 15
So Samuel said: "Has the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed than the fat of rams. For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry."
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King Saul thought
that it was enough to partially follow God’s instructions. He not only took the
spoils of war for himself, contrary to God’s command, but he also set up a
monument in his own honor, instead of honoring God.
Saul’s arrogance was like the sin of idolatry.
Saul’s arrogance was like the sin of idolatry.
According to God’s standards, he was worshiping himself. Saul knew exactly what
God required, but he thought he could pick and choose which instructions were
convenient for him. His impressive monument became proof of his arrogance – so
God took the kingdom from him and gave it to another.
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Lord, as I seek Your
will and purpose for my life, I want to be faithful to the instructions given in
Your Holy Word. You have honored the position of wife and mother and required
that it be given priority. Help me to remember this, as the world begins to
squeeze me into its mold. Righteousness in Your eyes is far more important than
worldly accomplishment.
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Humble
yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due
time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
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