1 SAMUEL 28
1 Outline
1 Samuel 28
VISIT TO ENDOR
ABSENCE OF GOD'S MESSAGE - Vss. 1-6
Saul was in trouble.
Samuel, the prophet who gave God’s word to Saul, was
dead.
God was not answering Saul’s requests for guidance.
ALTERNATIVE SOUGHT - Vss. 7-10
Saul had rightfully outlawed witchcraft, but because
he got no help elsewhere, he sought the help of the Witch of Endor. At first the
witch did not know that she was dealing with Saul. However, she was cautious, because she was
afraid that she might be walking into a trap.
APPEARANCE OF SAMUEL - Vss. 11-14
This lady was shocked and frightened when Samuel
actually did appear.
God was allowing Samuel to give one last message to
Saul from the grave.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF GOD'S WILL - Vss. 15-19
Saul was told that the Kingdom would be taken out of
his hand and that David would be king.
He was also told that he and his sons would die the
next day.
ACCEPTANCE OF A MEAL - Vss. 20 - 25
Saul was rightfully afraid.
He had not eaten.
The woman and Saul’s servants encouraged him to eat.