Scripture: So Saul died because of his unfaithful deeds against the Lord, because of his failure to keep the word of the Lord, and because he sought to consult a spirit of divination but did not seek the Lord. So He killed him and turned the kingdom over to David the son of Jesse. 1 Chronicles 10:13-14
Observation: Here is the book of Chronicles so far. Eight chapters of lineages concluding with the lineage of the tribe of Benjamin; Chapter 9 is the lineage of Saul the Benjaminite; and Chapter 10 is ... Saul's death.
That's a lot of boring reading to build up to Israel's first king, just to have him immediate expunged. Clearly the real goal was therefore pointing to David as the great king. However, in this ending we learn the context of Saul's failure, and it is exactly the same failing as the rest of Israel during this time of transition from the judges to the kings. Saul was:
-- Unfaithful in action, failing to follow the word of God
-- Unfaithful in relationship, consulting mediums instead of seeking God
These are the two great charges of all people. Repeatedly this is clear - God wants a loving relationship with us, out of which comes obedient action founded in love.
Application: Again I say it today, I wish to walk humbly with the Lord, and from that show justice and mercy to all. I desire to hold God's hand and exhibit the fruits of the spirit.
Prayer: Dear Lord, please anoint me with you spirit today and every day. May I walk with you this very day, consulting you, speaking with you, and in turn obeying you. Amen.
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