I Samuel 13:13-14
“‘That was a fool thing to do,’ Samuel said to Saul. ‘If you had kept the appointment that your GOD commanded, by now GOD would have set a firm and lasting foundation under your kingly rule over Israel. As it is, your kingly rule is already falling to pieces. GOD is out looking for your replacement right now. This time he’ll do the choosing. When he finds him, he’ll appoint him leader of his people. And all because you didn’t keep your appointment with GOD!’”
“‘How foolish!’ Samuel exclaimed. ‘You have not kept the command the Lord your God gave you. Had you kept it, the Lord would have established your kingdom over Israel forever. But now your kingdom must end, for the Lord has sought out a man after his own heart. The Lord has already appointed him to be the leader of his people, because you have not kept the Lord’s command.’”
God had blessed Saul with many undeniable signs confirming his kingship. Yet these signs did not grow his faith. Signs and wonders never have and never will convince anyone. This is the Spirit’s work, and he needs our assent to work in our hearts. Saul chose not to give him permission and he missed his appointment. There are turning points in all our lives. May we never miss them as Saul missed his.
See: John 16:8, Acts 2:38, John 14:17
Lord, fill me with your Spirit that I may always keep my appointments with you, the little and the big.