1 Samuel 15:17

New Century Version

Samuel said, “Once you didn’t think much of yourself, but now you have become the leader of the tribes of Israel. The Lord appointed you to be king over Israel.

Cross References

1 Samuel 9:21

Saul answered, “But I am from the tribe of Benjamin, the smallest tribe in Israel. And my family group is the smallest in the tribe of Benjamin. Why are you saying such things?”

1 Samuel 10:22

They asked the Lord, “Has Saul come here yet?” The Lord said, “Yes. He’s hiding behind the baggage.”

1 Samuel 10:1

Samuel took a jar of olive oil and poured it on Saul’s head. He kissed Saul and said, “The Lord has appointed you to lead his people.

Matthew 18:4

The greatest person in the kingdom of heaven is the one who makes himself humble like this child.

Hosea 13:1

People used to fear the tribe of Ephraim; they were important people in Israel. But they sinned by worshiping Baal, so they must die.

Judges 6:15

But Gideon answered, “Lord, how can I save Israel? My family group is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least important member of my family.”

1 Samuel 15:16

Samuel said to Saul, “Stop! Let me tell you what the Lord said to me last night.” Saul answered, “Tell me.”