Saul: The False Priest

The Chosen People

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Judaism, Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

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🗓️ 13 May 2026

⏱️ 17 minutes

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#158 - Saul: The False Priest - In this episode of The Chosen People, Saul faces growing pressure as Israel trembles before the Philistine army, and in a moment of fear and impatience, he performs a sacred duty meant only for the prophet Samuel. This episode explores how Saul’s decision to take control rather than trust in God’s timing marks a turning point in his leadership—and in Israel’s future.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 158 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 27:14, "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	When was the last time you stopped and listened to your body?
0:03.4	Here's a Holland and Barrett ad break to do just that.
0:06.9	Go on. Have a listen to your gut.
0:10.4	Is that a gurgle?
0:12.4	A rumble?
0:14.1	Is it straining after lunch?
0:16.7	Or is it saying...
0:18.4	You've got to show me love.
0:21.6	We know what your body's asking for.
0:24.6	In store online on the app.
0:26.6	Back your body. Holland and Barrett.
0:29.6	Previously on the chosen people.
0:32.6	Well, I suppose it's settled then.
0:36.6	Love the king you've begged for.
0:39.3	He's here, he's grand, and...
0:42.3	Well, I'm sure nothing could possibly go wrong.
0:46.3	Saul held the breastplate before him, his fingers tracing the golden filigree.
0:52.3	The weight of it was immense, but it did not burden him.
0:57.0	It emboldened him.
0:59.0	Now there will be no mistaking who is king when I march into battle.
1:07.0	Take trumpets to every city.
1:10.0	Let all of Israel know that I have won this battle!
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