A sad life but a sure eternity

In many ways I identify with Saul (as I’m sure most of us do). He was an insecure, reluctant leader (1Sam 15:17). He was guided by his fear of people more than his obedience to God (1Sam 15:24). In the end, these attitudes cost him the kingdom. Worse yet, the Lord removed the Holy Spirit from him and replaced Him with a tormenting spirit of depression and fear. (1Sam 16:14) That is terrifying to me. It must have been scary to David as well for he prayed “take not Thy Holy Spirit from me” (Psa 51:11). Having said that, I think we’ll see poor old Saul in heaven. Disobedience will cost us blessing and reward but not salvation (1Co 3:10-15). By the grace of God, the Spirit given to Christians abides permanently (2Co 1:21-22). He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it (Phil 1:6). Nothing can snatch us from His hand (John 10:27-29).