“This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: ‘I brought you out of Egypt, and I delivered you from the power of Egypt and all the kingdoms that oppressed you.’ But you have now rejected your God, who saves you out of all your disasters and calamities. And you have said, ‘No, appoint a king over us.’ So now present yourselves before the Lord by your tribes and clans.” – (1 Samuel 10:18-19)
“Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.” – (2 Corinthians 7:1)
“…the prayer of Samuel was the conquering weapon, and Philistia crouched beneath its power. Oh you who know the power of prayer, write this on your banners, “So the Philistines were subdued.” – (Charles Spurgeon)
“Ask a sign for yourself from the Lord your God; make it deep as Sheol or high as heaven.” Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, a virgin will be with child and bear a son, and she will call His name Immanuel.” – (Isaiah 7:14)
Then Samuel took a flask of olive oil and poured it on Saul’s head and kissed him, saying, “Has not the Lord anointed you ruler over his inheritance? – (1 Samuel 10:1)