Saul: The Anointed

The Chosen People

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🗓️ 6 May 2026

⏱️ 22 minutes

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# 153 - Saul: The Anointed - In this episode of The Chosen People, Saul sets out to find lost donkeys but instead stumbles into divine destiny. In this episode, the reluctant future king of Israel is anointed by Samuel, setting in motion a story of leadership, fear, and the fragile weight of being chosen. Through the ordinary, God begins something extraordinary.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 153 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 20:26, “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	This is an I-Heart podcast.
0:02.3	Guaranteed Human.
0:04.4	Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.
0:10.1	Matthew 2026.
0:12.9	Dear Lord, you teach us that true greatness comes through humility.
0:18.9	Help us lead as you did by serving others with grace, patience, and compassion.
0:26.1	When pride urges us to seek recognition, remind us that honor in your kingdom is found in putting
0:32.9	others first. Give us the courage to lead with integrity and the strength to carry the burdens of
0:40.1	those we serve. Fill us with wisdom so our guidance reflects your heart. May our words and
0:47.8	actions point others not to ourselves, but to you, the true servant king. Amen.
0:55.0	Thank you for praying with me today. You're listening to The Chosen People.
1:00.0	Remain here for a dramatic story inspired by the Bible.
1:05.0	Be sure to leave a review and share your journey of faith today.
1:09.0	Previously on the Chosen People share your journey of faith today.
1:14.2	Previously on the chosen people.
1:19.3	Samuel, you have led us well, but your years are advancing.
1:24.4	Though I do not want to insult you, your sons do not walk in your ways.
1:29.0	With no one to take your place, the elders and I request that you appoint a king to judge us. What do kings bring? Tyranny, chains, burden. Is it another pharaoh you
1:37.9	would have over you? Heed the people's voice in everything they ask.
1:47.0	What?
1:48.0	Ah...
1:50.0	But why?
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