In this sermon, the pastor focuses on the importance of listening and obedience, drawing lessons from the life of Saul in 1 Samuel 13. He begins with a humorous recount of how he faced minor challenges and jokes on his way to church, setting a lighthearted tone before diving into the Scripture.

The pastor reads from 1 Samuel 13, detailing how Saul, early in his reign, organized a military force and achieved a significant victory against the Philistines. However, when faced with a greater threat, Saul's people hid in fear. The pastor explains that God often uses pressure and difficulties to reveal our true character and areas where we need to grow.

As the narrative continues, Saul grows impatient waiting for Samuel and offers a burnt offering himself, a role reserved for the prophet. Samuel arrives immediately after and rebukes Saul for his disobedience, emphasizing that Saul acted foolishly by not keeping God's command. The pastor underscores the critical lesson here: impatience can lead to disobedience and poor decision-making.

The sermon moves to 1 Samuel 15, where Saul again disobeys God's command by sparing King Agag and the best livestock of the Amalekites instead of utterly destroying everything as instructed. This partial obedience is highlighted as another form of disobedience. The pastor stresses that true obedience requires complete adherence to God's instructions without compromise.

The final part of the sermon discusses Saul's turn to forbidden guidance in 1 Samuel 28. Facing God's silence due to his continuous disobedience, Saul seeks out a witch for counsel, which leads to further downfall. The pastor warns that ignoring God's voice and seeking guidance from improper sources leads to severe consequences.

Throughout the message, the pastor emphasizes three main points: trust God's timing, obey completely, and seek God alone for guidance. He encourages the congregation to avoid rushing decisions and to fully listen and adhere to God's instructions. The sermon concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to not only hear but also act on God's word, and a prayer for those struggling with listening and obedience.

The pastor's overarching message is clear: listening to and obeying God is crucial for a faithful and fruitful life. Through Saul's story, the pastor illustrates the dangers of impatience, partial obedience, and seeking wrong guidance, reminding the congregation to trust and follow God wholeheartedly.