1 Chronicles 10:13 · KJV

"So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the LORD, even against the word of the LORD, which he kept not, and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to enquire of it;"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹¹And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul,

¹²They arose, all the valiant men, and took away the body of Saul, and the bodies of his sons, and brought them to Jabesh, and buried their bones under the oak in Jabesh, and fasted seven days.

¹³So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the LORD, even against the word of the LORD, which he kept not, and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to enquire of it;

¹⁴And enquired not of the LORD: therefore he slew him, and turned the kingdom unto David the son of Jesse.

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Reflection Questions

What does obedience to God look like in your life?

How do you respond when you feel you've strayed from your values?

When have you experienced the consequences of your choices?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on areas in your life where you may be disobedient. Seek to align your actions with your beliefs.

decision-making

Consider how your choices affect those around you. Strive to make decisions that honor your values.

People in This Verse

SaulOT

Saul was the first king of Israel, chosen by God but later rejected for disobedience. His life serves as a cautionary tale about pride and the consequences of turning away from God.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 9:1

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

Saul's death due to his disobedience serves as a reminder of the consequences of sin, which Jesus addresses through His teachings on repentance and forgiveness.

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