How to Lose Your Kingdom

[399 words] “So Saul died for his unfaithfulness which he had committed against the Lord, because he did not keep the word of the Lord, and also because he consulted a medium for guidance. But he did not inquire of the Lord; therefore He killed him, and turned the kingdom over to David the son of Jesse” (1 Chronicles 10:13). Saul lost his physical life and his physical kingdom because of his unfaithfulness, not keeping the word of God and for seeking guidance from mankind (a witch/medium) instead of God Himself. He also lost his spiritual life and spiritual kingdom for the same reasons. Is there an application for us? You bet! God rewards His people for their faithfulness. Hebrews 11:6 tells us that we must have faith to please God and that He rewards those “who diligently seek Him.” Saul had not been diligent about anything concerning Godly things….