The Warning Signs of a Life in Decline

1 Samuel 14:24-52

1.Saul took his eyes off of God.

2.Saul allowed pride to take root and failed to live a repentant life.

3.Saul was no longer sought after for advice.

4.Saul started hanging out with losers.

5.Saul wasn’t present in moments when people needed him most.

6.Saul was impulsive in making promises and commitments without forethought, planning, or

knowledge.

7.Saul was self-focused, not others-focused.

8.Saul became destructive and toxic.

9.Saul led others into sin.

10.Saul became a Pharisee.

11.Saul was willing to harm another in order to save himself.