1 Samuel 15:23-30

23The sin of black magic is rebellion. Wickedness and idolatry are arrogance. Because you rejected the Lord’s word, he rejects you as king.”

24Then Saul told Samuel, “I have sinned by not following the Lord’s command or your instructions. I was afraid of the people and listened to them.

25Now please forgive my sin and come back with me so that I may worship the Lord.”

26Samuel told Saul, “I will not go back with you because you rejected what the Lord told you. So the Lord rejects you as king of Israel.”

27When Samuel turned to leave, Saul grabbed the hem of his robe, and it tore.

28Samuel told him, “The Lord has torn the kingdom of Israel from you today. He has given it to your neighbor who is better than you.

29In addition, the Glory of Israel does not lie or change his mind, because he is not a mortal who changes his mind.”

30Saul replied, “I have sinned! Now please honor me in front of the leaders of my people and in front of Israel. Come back with me, and let me worship the Lord your God.”