1. The Kings of Israel & Judah Lesson 2: United Kingdom - Saul

2. Introduction Saul’s reign – approx. 40 years (1051- 1011 BC)Saul’s reign – approx. 40 years (1051- 1011 BC) Samuel’s Address to the People (1 Sam. 10:17-19; 12)Samuel’s Address to the People (1 Sam. 10:17-19; 12) –Accusation? –Reminder? –Point? –Charge? –Instruction?

3. The Choosing of Saul Who chose Saul?Who chose Saul? What do we know about Saul? (1 Sam. 9:1-2)What do we know about Saul? (1 Sam. 9:1-2) How would Saul know he was God’s choice? (1 Sam. 10:1-13)How would Saul know he was God’s choice? (1 Sam. 10:1-13)

4. Saul in the Beginning Attitude/CharacterAttitude/Character –Concern for others (1 Sam. 9:5) –Humble (1 Sam. 9:21; 10:22) –Merciful (1 Sam. 11:13; cf. 10:27-11:1) –Given Spirit of God (1 Sam. 10:9-10; 11:6) –Gave glory to God (1 Sam. 11:13, 15) –Had godly men serving him (1 Sam. 10:26)

5. Saul in the Beginning Change in Attitude/CharacterChange in Attitude/Character –How long? (1Sam. 13:1) –Actions indicating change? (1 Sam. 13:9-12) –Attitudes present? –Excuses? –Results? –Implication in 1 Sam. 13:14?