Thru the Bible: 1Samuel 16-19 The lessons we learn from Saul are very hard and relevant to EVERY ONE of us. King Saul was not entirely a bad guy or king...at first. It was the same human tenancies we all have of concern of what other think about us, pride when confronted over doing wrong and when someone under you and younger than you exceeds you in your area of expertise. These were the sins of Saul - but the real lessons are that it is the little foxes that spoil the vine or a little yeast rises the whole lump of dough AND those who are in positions of greater authority are subject to stricter judgment. That may seem unfair since no one calls & anoints themselves with authority from God, but when God gives authority He also gives additional grace. That increased influence causes your heart to be more aware of God and His direction in your life, that comes at the cost of being held responsible for that increased awareness. Kings Saul allowed his envy of David to consume him.