Enigma Riddle:
What did Samuel predict that surprised Saul?
In 2 Samuel, Samuel made a prediction that left Saul in shock. It was a message from God that Saul would no longer be king and that his kingdom would be given to another. Saul was taken aback because he believed that his reign was secure and that he had done everything right. However, Samuel’s prophecy was a warning that Saul had disobeyed God’s commands, and his kingdom would be taken away because of his disobedience. Saul had to come to terms with the fact that his actions had consequences, and he had to face the consequences of his disobedience.
Conundrum Riddle:
Why did God choose David over Saul?
God chose David over Saul because of his heart. David was a man who sought after God’s own heart, and God saw that in him. Saul, on the other hand, had become prideful and disobedient, and he had lost sight of God’s plan for him. David was a humble shepherd who was willing to follow God’s commands, even when they were difficult. He was a man of faith who trusted in God’s promises and believed that God would deliver him from his enemies. God saw in David the qualities of a great leader, and he knew that David would be faithful to him.
Lateral Thinking Riddle:
How did David defeat Goliath?
David defeated Goliath not with his strength or his weapons, but with his faith in God. When David faced Goliath, he knew that he could not defeat him on his own. Instead, he trusted in God’s power to deliver him. David picked up five smooth stones from a nearby stream and approached Goliath with only his sling and his faith. As Goliath taunted him, David remained calm and focused on God’s power. He let go of the stone, and it struck Goliath in the forehead, killing him instantly. David’s victory was not his own but was a testament to his faith in God’s power.
Trick Riddle:
What did Samuel do to trick Saul into admitting his disobedience?
Samuel tricked Saul into admitting his disobedience by asking him to sacrifice a burnt offering before going into battle. Samuel had told Saul to wait for him to arrive and offer the sacrifice, but Saul grew impatient and offered it himself. When Samuel arrived, he confronted Saul about his disobedience and told him that his kingdom would be taken away from him. Saul tried to justify his actions, but Samuel tricked him into admitting his disobedience by asking him if he thought that offering the sacrifice was more important than obeying God’s commands. Saul was caught off guard and had to admit that he had disobeyed God. Samuel’s trick revealed the truth about Saul’s disobedience and showed him that he had to face the consequences of his actions.