Saul was a terrible king in many ways but his death still represented the death of a dream. He was Israel's first king and the nation had put its trust in him. With his death, the nation would fall into civil war and their enemies would exploit this time of weakness. But Israel should never have put its trust in human kings. That dream was an idol that needed to be broken before Israel would be able to see God's vision for its future.

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For Reflection:

Most people do not have literal idols but an idol can be anything we turn to instead of God, especially if we hope that it will bring us security, significance, and "the good life" (however we might define that idea).

- What are the idols that you are most likely to turn to instead of God for security, significance, and blessings in life?

- When facing challenges, is prayer your first resort or your last resort? What might a first step toward trusting more in God look like for you?