Saul and David Saul and David are forever linked in the study of biblical history. Saul came from the lowest tribe of Israel. Saul, a Benjamite, is recognized as the first King of a united Israel. David, the youngest son of Jesse, was anointed by God to become the future king of Israel. Both, Saul and David, chose different paths on the road to kingship. Once they receive their power, the decisions they make reflect …showed first 75 words of 1142 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1142 total…approval while Saul drifted further and further away from his faith. Putting God’s needs first allowed for David to do the work approved by God. Saul chose to put his own selfish motives in the forefront. This allowed for God to find David and he capitalized on the opportunity bestowed upon him. In the end, David’s never ending love for God led for him to surpass Saul in the eyes of the Lord.