Saul's first victory

^9-11 Saul instructed the messengers, “Tell this to the folk in Jabesh Gilead: ‘Help is on the way. Expect it by noon tomorrow.’”
The messengers set straight off and delivered their message. Elated, the people of Jabesh Gilead sent word to Nahash: “Tomorrow we’ll give ourselves up. You can deal with us on your terms.” Long before dawn the next day, Saul had strategically placed his army in three groups. At first light they broke into the enemy camp and slaughtered Ammonites until noon. Those who were left ran for their lives, scattering every which way.
¹² The people came to Samuel then and said, “Where are those men who said, ‘Saul is not fit to rule over us’? Hand them over. We’ll kill them!”
^13-14 But Saul said, “Nobody is going to be executed this day. This is the day God saved Israel! Come, let’s go to Gilgal and there reconsecrate the kingship.”
¹⁵ They all trooped out to Gilgal. Before God, they crowned Saul king at Gilgal. And there they worshiped, sacrificing peace offerings. Saul and all Israel celebrated magnificently.

We see that this chapter is that Saul was close to the Holy Spirit. He was a farmer, one that deals with pigs, chicken, cows... How is it that He was in any way experienced in any way to lead Israel into the light? He was led by God. it is very clear that His strength comes from God and God alone. When he heard the news, he tore and ripped a oxen over this matter and demanded that everyone join him. If he was an elder, who had experience in dealing with people and managing people, i would understand that he has the capability. It is really amazing that God chooses His people not by capability but by faithfulness. He will provide the wisdom and direction later.
In the end, Saul won the battle and God is glorified. God always proves that the pundits are wrong! If we do not trust Him, who can we trust?