1Sa 15:1 | MHM | STEP | The Amalekites Destroyed This section describes a critical moment in Saul's leadership. God, through Samuel, gives Saul a specific command to completely destroy the Amalekites as punishment for their past sins against Israel. This task is a test of Saul's obedience, and how he responds will have significant consequences for his reign. v. 1 : Samuel reminds Saul that the Lord chose him to be king. Because God gave Saul his position, Saul must now obey God's commands. Samuel tells Saul to listen carefully to the Lord 's voice. God's gifts and blessings create a responsibility to serve Him faithfully (Psalm 116:12; Psalm 116:12 ; 1 Samuel 15:1; 1 Samuel 15:1 ).

‏ 1 Samuel 15:1

The Amalekites Destroyed

This section describes a critical moment in Saul's leadership. God, through Samuel, gives Saul a specific command to completely destroy the Amalekites as punishment for their past sins against Israel. This task is a test of Saul's obedience, and how he responds will have significant consequences for his reign.

v. 1: Samuel reminds Saul that the Lord chose him to be king. Because God gave Saul his position, Saul must now obey God's commands. Samuel tells Saul to listen carefully to the Lord's voice. God's gifts and blessings create a responsibility to serve Him faithfully (Psalm 116:12; Psalm 116:12 ^a; 1 Samuel 15:1; 1 Samuel 15:1 ^b).