What does 1 Samuel 9:16 mean?
'Tomorrow around this time, I’ll send you a man from the land of Benjamin. Anoint him as the leader over my people Israel. He’ll save them from the Philistines. I’ve seen how my people are suffering, and I’ve heard their cries.' 1 Samuel 9:16 - Modern Text Bible
(God tells Samuel that Saul is coming and that he’s the one chosen to lead and rescue Israel. God’s choice is about caring for his people, not just picking a king for show.)