An Unceremonious Ending

An Unceremonious Ending

King Saul was the first human King of Israel. He made several decisions against what God would have him do. Ultimately, his death was unceremonious. 

As I read this chapter, I thought about the life of Saul. I thought about his reluctance to take the throne and the arrogance he displayed once he got it. 

I thought, “Have I behaved like that?” I pray that I have not, but if I have, I pray that God would reveal this sin and lead me to repentance. I encourage you to pray this prayer as well. Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

1 Samuel 31:2-4

2 The Philistines were in hot pursuit of Saul and his sons, and they killed his sons Jonathan, Abinadab and Malki-Shua. 3 The fighting grew fierce around Saul, and when the archers overtook him, they wounded him critically.

4 Saul said to his armor-bearer, “Draw your sword and run me through, or these uncircumcised fellows will come and run me through and abuse me.”
But his armor-bearer was terrified and would not do it; so Saul took his own sword and fell on it.

Today’s Reading:

1 Samuel 31