Jonathan’s Faith and Saul’s Fear
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Week 5: Jonathan’s Faith and Saul’s Fear
1 Samuel 13-15
While there have been hints of an inferiority complex within Saul, the events of chapters 13-15 bring into full light the deep, deep insecurities within him. He shows an incessant need for the approval of men. Ultimately, this would lead him to heed the voices and desires of men over the voice and decree of God. The king cannot bring himself to submit to THE KING, thus, he is unworthy to continue as God’s vice-regent.
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God prefers obedience to burnt offerings and sacrifices. In other words, He is not impressed by our acts of religious observance when our obedience to His Word is faltering.