Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person. Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon youIn the Old Testament, the Spirit of the LORD coming upon someone signifies divine empowerment for a specific task or role. This phrase indicates a sudden and powerful action by God, often associated with leadership or prophetic activity. The Spirit's rushing upon Saul is reminiscent of the Spirit's empowerment of the judges, such as Gideon ( Judges 6:34) and Samson ( Judges 14:6), indicating God's direct intervention and support. This divine empowerment is crucial for Saul's new role as king, highlighting the necessity of God's presence for effective leadership. and you will prophesy with them
Prophesying in this context involves speaking under divine inspiration, often in a group setting, as seen with the company of prophets Saul encounters. This act serves as a sign of Saul's new spiritual status and alignment with God's purposes. The ability to prophesy demonstrates a connection to God and His will, aligning Saul with the prophetic tradition in Israel, which includes figures like Samuel and Elijah. This moment foreshadows the New Testament outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost (Acts 2:4), where believers are similarly empowered to speak God's truth. and you will be transformed into a different person
This transformation signifies a profound internal change, necessary for Saul to fulfill his role as king. It suggests a renewal of mind and spirit, aligning with the biblical theme of transformation seen in Romans 12:2, where believers are called to be transformed by the renewing of their minds. Saul's transformation is a precursor to the New Covenant promise of a new heart and spirit found in Ezekiel 36:26. This change is essential for Saul to lead Israel according to God's will, though his later actions reveal the complexity of maintaining such transformation without continual reliance on God. Persons / Places / Events 1. SamuelThe last judge of Israel and a prophet who anointed Saul as the first king of Israel. He plays a crucial role in guiding Saul and delivering God's messages to him. 2. SaulThe first king of Israel, chosen by God and anointed by Samuel. This verse marks a significant moment in his life where he is empowered by the Spirit of the LORD. 3. Spirit of the LORDRefers to the Holy Spirit, who empowers individuals for specific tasks and transformations. In this context, the Spirit comes upon Saul to equip him for his role as king. 4. ProphesyIn the Hebrew context, this involves speaking under divine inspiration. Saul's prophesying signifies his temporary empowerment and alignment with God's purposes. 5. TransformationThe Hebrew root word for "transformed" (h?phak) implies a complete change or turning. Saul's transformation is both spiritual and functional, preparing him for leadership. Teaching Points Empowerment by the SpiritThe Holy Spirit empowers individuals for God's purposes. Just as Saul was equipped for kingship, believers today are empowered for their unique callings. Transformation through the SpiritTrue transformation comes from the Spirit of God. This change is not merely external but involves a deep, internal renewal that aligns us with God's will. Temporary vs. Permanent ChangeSaul's transformation was temporary, highlighting the importance of continual reliance on the Spirit for lasting change. Believers are called to remain in the Spirit to sustain their transformation. Prophetic Role of BelieversWhile not all are called to be prophets, all believers are called to speak God's truth and live out His purposes, reflecting the prophetic role Saul temporarily embraced. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the empowerment of the Holy Spirit in 1 Samuel 10:6 compare to the experiences of other biblical figures like Gideon or the apostles at Pentecost? 2. In what ways can believers today experience transformation through the Holy Spirit, and how does this relate to becoming a "new creation" as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17? 3. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that our transformation by the Spirit is not temporary, as seen in Saul's life? 4. How can we discern and fulfill the specific roles or tasks God has empowered us for through His Spirit? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt empowered by the Holy Spirit. How did this experience change your perspective or actions, and how can you seek similar empowerment in your daily life? Connections to Other Scriptures Judges 6:34The Spirit of the LORD comes upon Gideon, empowering him for leadership and battle, similar to Saul's empowerment. Acts 2:4The Holy Spirit fills the apostles, enabling them to speak in tongues and prophesy, paralleling the transformative power of the Spirit seen in Saul's experience. 2 Corinthians 5:17Paul speaks of believers becoming new creations in Christ, echoing the transformation Saul undergoes when the Spirit comes upon him. People Benjamin, Egyptians, Kish, Matri, Matrites, Rachel, Samuel, SaulPlaces Bethel, Egypt, Gibeah, Gibeath-elohim, Gilgal, Mizpah, Tabor, Zelzah, ZuphTopics Acting, Changed, Different, Hast, Mightily, Power, Prophesied, Prophesy, Prophet, Prospered, SpiritDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Samuel 10:6 3030 Holy Spirit, power
3040 Holy Spirit, promise of
3045 Holy Spirit, sovereignty
3110 Holy Spirit, titles of
3257 Holy Spirit, gift of
3272 Holy Spirit, in OT
3281 Holy Spirit, inspiration
5457 power, human
7967 spiritual gifts, responsibility 1 Samuel 10:5-6 5332 harp
5420 music
7778 school of prophets 1 Samuel 10:5-11 3275 Holy Spirit, in the church 1 Samuel 10:6-7 3278 Holy Spirit, indwelling Library The King after Man's Heart
'And Samuel called the people together unto the Lord to Mizpeh; 18. And said unto the children of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, I brought up Israel out of Egypt, and delivered you out of the hand of the Egyptians, and out of the hand of all kingdoms, and of them that oppressed you; 19. And ye have this day rejected your God, who Himself saved you out of all your adversities and your tribulations; and ye have said unto Him, Nay, but set a king over us. Now therefore present yourselves …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScripturePlace of Jesus in the History of the World.
The great event of the History of the world is the revolution by which the noblest portions of humanity have passed from the ancient religions, comprised under the vague name of Paganism, to a religion founded on the Divine Unity, the Trinity, and the Incarnation of the Son of God. It has taken nearly a thousand years to accomplish this conversion. The new religion had itself taken at least three hundred years in its formation. But the origin of the revolution in question with which we have to do …
Ernest Renan—The Life of Jesus And V the Kingdom Undivided and the Kingdom Divided
THE HISTORICAL BOOKS: I and II Samuel. I and II Kings. I and II Chronicles. NOTE.--As these three pairs of books are so closely related in their historical contents, it is deemed best to study them together, though they overlap the two divisions of IV and V. I. CHARTS Chart A. General Contents +--+ " I AND II SAMUEL " +-------------+-----+------+ "Samuel "Saul "David " +-------------+-----+------+----------+ " " " " I AND II KINGS "NOTE.--Biblical …
Frank Nelson Palmer—A Bird's-Eye View of the Bible The Earliest Chapters in Divine Revelation
[Sidenote: The nature of inspiration] Since the days of the Greek philosophers the subject of inspiration and revelation has been fertile theme for discussion and dispute among scholars and theologians. Many different theories have been advanced, and ultimately abandoned as untenable. In its simplest meaning and use, inspiration describes the personal influence of one individual upon the mind and spirit of another. Thus we often say, "That man inspired me." What we are or do under the influence …
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament The Trial of Saul.
"And Saul said, Bring hither a burnt offering to me, and peace offerings. And he offered the burnt offering."--1 Samuel xiii. 9. We are all on our trial. Every one who lives is on his trial, whether he will serve God or not. And we read in Scripture of many instances of the trials upon which Almighty God puts us His creatures. In the beginning, Adam, when he was first created, was put upon his trial. He was placed in a beautiful garden, he had every thing given him for his pleasure and comfort; …
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VIII The History Books
[Illustration: (drop cap T) Assyrian idol-god] Thus little by little the Book of God grew, and the people He had chosen to be its guardians took their place among the nations. A small place it was from one point of view! A narrow strip of land, but unique in its position as one of the highways of the world, on which a few tribes were banded together. All around great empires watched them with eager eyes; the powerful kings of Assyria, Egypt, and Babylonia, the learned Greeks, and, in later times, …
Mildred Duff—The Bible in its Making Letter xxii (Circa A. D. 1129) to Simon, Abbot of S. Nicholas
To Simon, Abbot of S. Nicholas Bernard consoles him under the persecution of which he is the object. The most pious endeavours do not always have the desired success. What line of conduct ought to be followed towards his inferiors by a prelate who is desirous of stricter discipline. 1. I have learned with much pain by your letter the persecution that you are enduring for the sake of righteousness, and although the consolation given you by Christ in the promise of His kingdom may suffice amply for …
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux—Some Letters of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux Blessed are they that Mourn
Blessed are they that mourn. Matthew 5:4 Here are eight steps leading to true blessedness. They may be compared to Jacob's Ladder, the top whereof reached to heaven. We have already gone over one step, and now let us proceed to the second: Blessed are they that mourn'. We must go through the valley of tears to paradise. Mourning were a sad and unpleasant subject to treat on, were it not that it has blessedness going before, and comfort coming after. Mourning is put here for repentance. It implies …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12 And thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, too little to be among the thousands of Judah
"And thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, too little to be among the thousands of Judah, out of thee shall come forth unto Me (one) [Pg 480] to be Ruler in Israel; and His goings forth are the times of old, the days of eternity." The close connection of this verse with what immediately precedes (Caspari is wrong in considering iv. 9-14 as an episode) is evident, not only from the [Hebrew: v] copulative, and from the analogy of the near relation of the announcement of salvation to the prophecy of disaster …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Samuel
Alike from the literary and the historical point of view, the book[1] of Samuel stands midway between the book of Judges and the book of Kings. As we have already seen, the Deuteronomic book of Judges in all probability ran into Samuel and ended in ch. xii.; while the story of David, begun in Samuel, embraces the first two chapters of the first book of Kings. The book of Samuel is not very happily named, as much of it is devoted to Saul and the greater part to David; yet it is not altogether inappropriate, …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 1 Samuel 10:6 NIV1 Samuel 10:6 NLT1 Samuel 10:6 ESV1 Samuel 10:6 NASB1 Samuel 10:6 KJV
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