How do we know that God gives victory to His people?

Throughout the scriptures, God’s sovereignty is underscored—demonstrating that victory in any battle does not rely on human strength or strategy but on His divine power. In the context of 1 Samuel, it is highlighted that God had previously delivered Israel through His appointed leaders, such as Samuel, who prayed earnestly for them. Psalm 20:7 states, 'Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.' This principle is essential for Christians to understand: our reliance should be wholly on God, who is ultimately in control of all circumstances. Saul's failure to remember this in a time of distress illustrates the grave consequences of not believing and trusting in God’s power to provide victory.