1 Samuel 15:1–35 (ESV)

1 And Samuel said to Saul, “The LORD sent me to anoint you king over his people Israel; now therefore listen to the words of the LORD.

Psalm 21

Psalm 21:1–13 anticipates the day when God’s Messiah is publicly crowned to demonstrate his worldwide rule (Psalm 21:3), granted eternal life (Psalm 21:4) and given great glory (Psalm 21:5), joyfully reigning in the presence of the Father (Psalm 21:6). His victory over death was the fruit of his faith in the love of the Most High (Psalm 21:7). The King’s victory also results in total destruction of all enemies, a burning up in righteous wrath of those who stand against God (Psalm 21:8–12). Looking forward to the second coming of Christ, this would be an appropriate song to sing in response to your sermon.