As Saul turned to leave Samuel, God changed Saul’s heart, and all these signs were fulfilled that day. 

But some scoundrels said, “How can this fellow save us?” They despised him and brought him no gifts. But Saul kept silent.

When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God came powerfully upon him, and he burned with anger. 7He took a pair of oxen, cut them into pieces, and sent the pieces by messengers throughout Israel, proclaiming, “This is what will be done to the oxen of anyone who does not follow Saul and Samuel.” Then the terror of the Lord fell on the people, and they came out together as one. 

But if you do not obey the Lord, and if you rebel against his commands, his hand will be against you, as it was against your ancestors.

“Do not be afraid,” Samuel replied. “You have done all this evil; yet do not turn away from the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart. 21Do not turn away after useless idols. They can do you no good, nor can they rescue you, because they are useless. 

But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you. 

Lord God my Father,

Your way leads to Peace in my heart. Show me how to allow you to rest on me well. Protect me from the deceiver and open my heart to hear your way. Reveal my rebellion so it may be removed and make all my thoughts delightful to you. Convict me in my sin nature so it may be defeated.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen