SAUL WENT LOOKING FOR THE DEAD—AND GOD TOOK IT SERIOUSLY.
This is not somebody’s opinion. This happened in the Bible.
King Saul had known God. He had been anointed. He had been chosen to lead Israel.
But when Saul became desperate for an answer, instead of humbling himself and seeking God, he went to a medium at Endor and asked her to bring up the prophet Samuel, who had already died.
Read the full account in 1 Samuel 28:3–20.
Saul wanted an answer—but he went looking for it in a place God had forbidden.
And the Bible later explains the seriousness of what he did:
“So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the LORD… and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to inquire of it; And inquired not of the LORD.” — 1 Chronicles 10:13–14
Pay attention to those words:
He inquired not of the LORD.
God had already commanded:
“There shall not be found among you… a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer.” — Deuteronomy 18:10–11
This should teach us something today.
When you are grieving, confused, afraid, desperate for an answer, or missing somebody who died, do not allow your pain to lead you somewhere God told you not to go.
Don’t seek a medium.
Don’t try to summon the dead.
Don’t ask someone to communicate with a deceased loved one for you.
Don’t chase supernatural messages because somebody claims they came from the spiritual realm.
Your desperation for an answer does not make a forbidden source acceptable.
Saul was a king.
Saul had been anointed.
Saul knew about God.
And still, he made a terrible decision.
Knowing about God does not give us permission to disobey God.
When you need direction—seek God.
When you need comfort—seek God.
When you need protection—seek God.
When grief becomes overwhelming—bring that grief to God.
“Should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?” — Isaiah 8:19
Don’t let grief pull you toward something God forbids.
Let grief push you closer to God.
— SN Authority.SH
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Reflecting on King Saul’s story reminds me how tempting it can be to look for quick solutions when facing uncertainty or grief. I once found myself overwhelmed by loss, tempted to explore spiritual avenues that I now realize were against my faith. What stood out in Saul’s story is that despite being anointed and knowing God, his desperation caused him to disobey clear commandments. This reminds me that even the most faithful can falter when they seek answers from the wrong places. The Bible clearly forbids consulting mediums or trying to communicate with the dead, as seen in Deuteronomy 18:10-11, and the consequences can be severe, both spiritually and emotionally. Instead, the story illustrates the importance of turning to God in moments of fear, confusion, or grief. God is the ultimate source of comfort, guidance, and protection, as Psalm 121:2 emphasizes, "My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth." When I embraced this truth personally, it shifted my perspective on loss and uncertainty. Instead of looking for supernatural messages or forbidden counsel, I found peace by praying and seeking God’s wisdom. Furthermore, Isaiah 8:19 challenges us: "Should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?" This verse invites believers to grow closer to God rather than reaching out to the dead. My experience has shown that even in the hardest times, grief can serve as a catalyst for spiritual growth if we choose to bring it to God instead of turning away. Ultimately, King Saul’s story and the biblical warnings serve as a powerful reminder. No matter how desperate or confused we feel, seeking God’s guidance and comfort is the safest and most faithful path. Our challenges do not give permission to disobey God’s commands, but they do invite us to lean on Him more deeply. These lessons have helped me stay grounded during my struggles, and I hope they can encourage others to do the same.