1 Samuel, 13
12. I said to myself, 'The Philistines will launch their attack against me before I get Yahweh's blessings and so I decided to offer the burnt offerings."
12. I said to myself, 'The Philistines will launch their attack against me before I get Yahweh's blessings and so I decided to offer the burnt offerings."
Chapter 13 of 1 Samuel begins with Jonathan's appointment as commander of the army of Israel and continues with the description of the battle against the Philistines. During battle, Saul offers a sacrifice to God without the presence of the prophet Samuel, violating the law of God. Below are five verses related to topics covered in this chapter:
1 Samuel 12:13: "Now, therefore, you see the king you have chosen, which you asked; and behold, the Lord has put a king upon you." Samuel speaks to the people of Israel, noting that King Saul was chosen by God to lead the people and therefore must follow him.
Exodus 29:43-44: "And I will come to the children of Israel, and the place shall be sanctified by my glory. And I will sanctify the tent of the congregation and the altar; I will also sanctify Aaron and his children, that the priesthood may administer me. " This verse highlights the importance of sanctifying the place where sacrifice is offered and the priests who manage the sacrifice.
2 Chronicles 16:9: "For as to the Lord his eyes pass all over the earth, to show himself strong to those whose heart is perfect to him; . " This verse emphasizes that God is always vigilant and protects those who follow Him, but those who move away from Him will face conflicts and difficulties.
Psalm 37:7: "Rest in the Lord and wait in Him; do not indignant to you because of the one who thrives in his way, because of the man who performs inform cunning." This verse talks about the importance of trusting God and waiting for your help, instead of being angry or desperate when the wicked seem to be thriving.
Isaiah 10:1: "Woe to those who decree unfair laws and the clerks who prescribe oppression." This verse talks about the danger of violating the laws of God and justice, as Saul does when he offers a sacrifice without the presence of the prophet Samuel. Saul's story in 1 Samuel 13 is an example of how disobedience to God's will can lead to negative consequences.
“Esforce-se, mesmo se for um pouco, mas sempre…” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
