Saul was Israel’s first king. Young, tall, handsome and a warrior to boot! His story evolves in an atmosphere of distorted views of God’s purpose. Samuel was the prophet who anointed Saul. However, Samuel learned at the feet of Eli, whose sons treated offerings to God with contempt. When Samuel tried to advise Israel, they refused to listen. "No!" they said. "We want a king over us" (1 Samuel 8:19-20). Israel got their king and all seemed to be working out, but of course distortion raised its head once again and you can guess what happened next...