The eyes of all of Israel eagerly looked to Samuel, awaiting to find out who God would choose to lead the nation after him. They had requested a king in order to become more like the ungodly nations around them and, even though that was not what God desired for them, He granted their request. In 1 Samuel 9, we are finally introduced to the man God chose - Saul. In every apparent way he seemed to be a perfect fit; but as his life and character unfolded before them, Israel would soon learn all they lost when they gained a human king. In today's message, Pastor Mark will introduce us to Saul, the king Israel requested from God.