The reign of King Saul stands in contrast to the reign of King Jesus. In this passage the disobedience of Saul is seen to result in trouble for himself and also for the people of Israel. He led them into sin by not following fully what He had been told to do. This grieved God and Saul was eventually removed from being King over Israel.

Jesus was very different. He obeyed His Father completely even at great personal cost ….. His death on the cross. This, however, paid the ransom for people’s sins. Their disobedience cost Him His life ….. His obedience gives them new life.  All those who trust in what He has done have their sins forgiven and become part of God’s family. Just as He obeyed God and followed what He said, so too do His people follow Him. They enter into the service of  King Jesus who leads them in the way of life. He has ascended to sit at the Father’s right hand in Heaven where He reigns forever more.