1 Samuel 9-10. Saul Anointed King in Israel

1. Read 1 Samuel 9-10 and list the qualities of Saul that made him a good choice to be king.

Answer:
  1) Saul went to Samuel who was the Prophet then asked him for his help in finding his father’s donkeys.
  2) Saul often referred to Samuel for direction and counsel on what would be best to do.
  3) He was a wise leader and who showed wisdom and knowledge when he was communicating with people that were against him.
  4) Saul was a strong, courageous, and mighty leader to the Israelites.
  5) He gave honor to the Lord by thanking Him and praising Him after the victories.
  6) Saul was a goodly, humble, and a great young man who was chosen by Heavenly Father.

2. Read Articles of Faith 1:5 and briefly explain in writing how the calling of Saul to be king in Israel follows the same pattern of choosing leaders in the Church today.

Answer: Article of Faith #5: We believe that a man must be called of God, by prophecy, and by the laying on of hands by those who are in authority, to preach the Gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof.

    I know in present times that we use these same principles in choosing our prophets and other church leaders. Saul was a righteous man, who was called and chosen to be the king of the Israelites by Heavenly Father.  I also believe and know that the men that were chosen and called by God to be our leaders utilize the Holy Ghost to know who else is to be chosen and called in other important positions of the LDS church.