I. The Rout of Saul’s Forces
II. The Aftermath of Saul’s Defeat
III. The Recovery of Saul’s Body

I. The Desperation of Saul
II. The Appearance of Samuel
III. The Effect on Saul

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

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

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

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

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

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

I. The Ammonite Challenge
II. The Great Victory
III. The Renewed Kingship

I. The Address of Samuel
II. The Choice of Saul
III. The Response of Israel