1 Samuel Nine

"When Samuel caught sight of Saul, the LORD said to him, "This is the man I spoke to you about; he will govern my people."
----- 1 Samuel 9:7

Enter into scene as the obvious choice: Saul. He has the outside appearance of a leader. Apparently his height plays a factor, since he is taller than everyone else. He must carry the mystique of a leader. At this point he appears to be humble and a reasonable man. And just like anyone else, he will do some good things by the end of his reign. He will also do some bad things.

In verse 9, God tells Samuel that Saul will be the man to govern His people. I find this interesting. Everyone thinks they are getting a king to rule over them. They are taking the rule from the "King Rule Book" from the pages of other nations. God is sending them a steward. Someone who will govern with care and with His children's interest in mind.

Leadership is a stewardship. So manage it like an asset.

"Father, thank You for never relinquishing Your power to rule over us."

Heart and Soul,
BAG
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