(11) Saul Is Told of His Rejection

I. Confession Is Better Than Excuses
II. Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifices
III. Repentance Is Better Than Keeping up Appearances




(10) God Rejects Saul as King

I. Samuel’s Message
II. Saul’s Disobedience
III. Jehovah’s Repentance




(9) Saul’s Rash Oath

I. The Oath Itself
II. Its Sad Consequences
III. Its Persistent Curse




Entering the New Year with the Lord

I. Our Gracious Helper
II. Our Unslumbering Preserver




(8) The Lord Saves Israel

I. The Unpromising Situation
II. The Brave Assault
III. The Great Rout




Marriage—Honourable in All

I. The Meaning
II. The Warning
III. The Calling




(7) Saul’s Unlawful Sacrifice

I. The Desperate Circumstances
II. The Disobedient King
III. The Degraded Israelites




Desiring God’s House

I. The Longing
II. The Journey
III. The Prayer




Christ, the Treasury of Wisdom and Knowledge

I. The Meaning of It
II. The Assurance of It
III. The Comfort of It




(6) Samuel’s Farewell Address

I. The Integrity of Samuel
II. The Faithfulness of Jehovah
III. The Calling of Israel