In this episode, Dave Jenkins dives into 1 Samuel 14:47–15:23, exploring the themes of obedience and sin as seen in Saul’s disobedience. Through Saul’s failure to fully obey God, we see the serious consequences of sin and the weight of God’s commands. This passage highlights the importance of listening to God’s voice and responding with full obedience.
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🔑 Key Points:
- Obedience vs. Sacrifice: God desires our full obedience more than ritual sacrifices.
- The Seriousness of Disobedience: Saul’s partial obedience led to a rejection of his kingship.
- God’s Commands are Non-Negotiable: True obedience reflects our submission to God’s will.
- The Power of Repentance: Saul’s failure to genuinely repent reveals the depth of his disobedience.
📖 Scripture Reference:
1 Samuel 14:47–15:23
🎯 Action Steps:
- Reflect on areas in your life where partial obedience might be present.
- Submit to the Lord in every area of your life.
- Repent and seek restoration where necessary.
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Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
