15 - Behold the Man (1 Samuel 9-10 | John 19:1-15)

God's grace is so profound that, on the third day, he provides a king and savior for the very people who reject him. 

  1. The People’s Sinful Demand (1 Samuel 8:4-18; 9:1-6; 10:19)

    1. The Desire for a King (1 Samuel 8:4-18; 10:19; Genesis 49:9-10; Deuteronomy 17:14-20)

    2. It all Started with Some Donkeys (1 Samuel 9:1-6; Genesis 49:11)

  2. God’s Gracious Response (9:14-20; 10:1-2, 9-10)

    1. Behold the Man (1 Samuel 9:14-20; 10:1-2)

    2. The Third Day (1 Samuel 10:9-10)

  3. God’s Amazing Provision (John 12:13-15; 18:40; 19:5, 15)

    1. Years Later… (John 12:13-15; 18:40; 19:5, 15)

    2. An Unimpressive Meal


Discussion Starters

  1. Monday—What does Paul mean that Jesus was raised on the third day “in accordance with the scriptures”? (1 Corinthians 15:3-4) Where does the Old Testament say that the Messiah would be raised on the third day?

  2. Tuesday—Was it sinful for Israel to desire a human king? (Genesis 49:9-10; Deuteronomy 17:14-20) What was sinful about their request to Samuel? (1 Samuel 8:5)

  3. Wednesday—How is God’s provision of Saul an act of mercy and grace to his people? What does that tell you about God’s character?

  4. Thursday—What are some key elements of Saul’s story that are echoed in Jesus’ life on earth? Is that a coincidence? What do you think God wants you to learn from Saul’s story?

  5. Friday—How can 1 Samuel 9-10 comfort you when your conscience accuses for all the times you have rejected God’s rule in your life and sought to be like the world? What can you do with confidence when your conscience tells you that you are beyond forgiveness?

Brett McNeill

Brett McNeill has been our pastor since we began in 2004. He and Jen have been married since 1998 and have four wonderful daughters. Brett is a graduate of Westminster Seminary in California (Masters in Divinity, 2003). His desire is to clearly proclaim Jesus Christ from all of Scripture in a way that is clear, convicting and encouraging.