1 Samuel 9
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1 Samuel 9

A wealthy, handsome man named Saul, son of Kish, from the tribe of Benjamin, is searching for his father’s lost donkeys. His servant suggests consulting the famed seer, Samuel. Unknown to Saul, God has already revealed to Samuel that he is sending the man who will be the first king. Samuel welcomes Saul, honors him with a feast, and privately anoints him with oil. Samuel tells Saul that the donkeys have been found and gives him three prophetic signs to confirm his divine appointment as ruler over Israel.

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1 Samuel 7

Samuel gathers Israel at Mizpah for a national repentance. The Philistines attack, but God sends thunder, confusing the enemy. Samuel sets up a memorial stone named Ebenezer ("stone of help").
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1 Samuel 8

The elders of Israel reject God's rule and demand that Samuel appoint a human king "like all the other nations." God warns Samuel that a human king will oppress them, but He grants their request.
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