Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

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

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

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.

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

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

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 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 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 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.

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.