In one of the most sobering chapters of 1 Samuel, we witness the tragic end of Saul's kingship. Yet even in this moment of defeat, humiliation, and public shame, the passage quietly points us to something greater: the need for a righteous King who will never fail. As Saul falls on his own sword, we're reminded of the consequences of pride, disobedience, and leadership without faithfulness. But in contrast, we look to Jesus—the King who went to the cross not in despair, but in triumph over sin and death. This episode explores: • The slow unraveling of Saul's reign • The cost of spiritual compromise in leadership • The quiet courage of the men of Jabesh-gilead • The foreshadowing of Christ as the faithful King ________________________________________ ✝️ Key Takeaway: Saul failed. But Christ never will. The fall of Saul prepares us for the rise of David—and ultimately for Jesus, the King of kings. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave please check us out at Servants of Grace: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/