Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

Samuel 1:14b - Strategy Over Superstition, The Philistines are Defeated

Jonathan's strategy brings about a huge victory, despite his father's persistent reliance on superstition and stubbornness.

Samuel 1:14a - Jonathan Acts While King Saul Sits

Once again, the brave Jonathan teaches us what true faith is.  Action, not superstition, is what God wants from us.

Samuel 1:13b - The Mighty Against the Weak

The stage is set for the battle of a few unarmed Israelite farmers under the leadership of Saul and Jonathan against the might of the massive Philistine Army.

Samuel 1:13a - You Couldn’t Wait Another Minute?

We begin to see the flaws in Saul's character. Superstition, arrogance, and the failure to recognize his own limitations.

Samuel 1:12 - Samuel’s Farewell Speech

Samuel gives a farewell speech to the people and tells Israel what they need to do to be successful with their new king.  

Samuel 1:11 - Saul Proves He’s Up To the Task

Saul leads the people in a smashing victory against the Ammonites and saves a group of fellow Israelites.  He proves that he's the man for the job, and the people celebrate their new leader.

Samuel 1:10b - Long Live the King!

Samuel gathers the people of Israel and announces to the people God's choice of Saul as their new king.  The people's reaction is somewhat ambivalent, and Saul will have to prove himself.

Samuel 1:10a - Is Saul Too Among the Prophets?

Samuel informs Saul that he has been chosen by God to become King, and Samuel instructs Saul to meet and join a group of prophets. 

Samuel 1:9b - Me? I Should Lead the People? Can’t be!

Samuel invites Saul to the feast, sits him up front, gives him a special portion, and treats him like a celebrity.  When Samuel informs Saul that he is destined for leadership, Saul humbly exclaims that he is unworthy.

Samuel 1:9a - The Tall and Handsome Young Benjaminite

We are introduced to the future first King of Israel as he wanders through the hills searching for his father's lost donkeys.  Eventually he meets the prophet Samuel who was expecting him.