“But the LORD said to Samuel, ‘Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The LORD doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.’” —1 Samuel 16:7 (NLT)
Bible Engagement: United Kingdom/Saul
Tier 1: 1 Samuel 5 The ark
Tier 2: 1 Samuel 5-9
Tier 3: 1 Samuel 5-9
Tier 1 Questions
What happened to the idol Dagon when the ark of God was put next to it?
How were the Philistine cities affected by the presence of the ark?
Tiers 2-3 Questions
What happened to the idol Dagon when the ark of God was put next to it?
How were the Philistine cities affected by the presence of the ark?
Describe the events that led to Samuel becoming God’s judge and priest. (see 1 Samuel 7:13-17)
Why did the Israelites demand a king? (see 1 Sam. 8:5)
• What warning did Samuel give them?
5. How does 1 Sam. 9:1-2 describe Saul?
Application
Reflect on God’s power and presence through the ark in today’s Scripture. How does it lead you to worship?
Today, we don’t have the ark, but God dwells in His people by the Holy Spirit. What warning does today’s Scripture give us for taking God’s presence lightly?