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Question – Why did God talk to Samuel…

October 5, 2020 by Unknown

Why did God talk to Samuel when “he did not yet know the Lord”?

We Want a King

May 10, 2020 by John R. Pearson

What was actually occurring when the people made their demand for a king? Scripture tells us in 1 Samuel 8:7, “And the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Heed the voice of the people in all that they say to you;…

The Pen of Inspiration – Hannah, Mother of Samuel

November 13, 2019 by Ellen G. White

Hannah’s prayer was granted; she received the gift for which she had so earnestly entreated. As she looked upon the child, she called him Samuel—“asked of God.”

Bible Study Guides – The Last Judge of Israel

May 8, 2019 by Reformation Herald Publishing

June 23, 2019 – June 29, 2019 Samuel … wielded a more powerful influence than he [Saul], because his record was one of faithfulness, obedience, and devotion.

Bible Study Guides – A Consecrated Child

May 8, 2019 by Reformation Herald Publishing

June 9, 2019 – June 15, 2019 The Lord accepted Samuel from his very childhood, because his heart was pure. He was given to God, a consecrated offering, and the Lord made him a channel of light.

What effect do all these prophets of doom have on God’s people? Many of God’s people become disheartened and discouraged. Friends, we should not be dwelling on all the awful things that are going to happen at the end of the world.

Bible Study Guides – Leadership by Faith

January 23, 2018 by Reformation Herald Publishing

November 19, 2011 – November 25, 2011 – What request of the Israelites grieved Samuel, and why? I Samuel 8:4–7, 18–22. What did Samuel declare to the people about their new king, and how did the Lord demonstrate His support for the words of His servant? I Samuel 12:13–25. What reveals the depth of Samuel’s love for God’s heritage? I Samuel 15:10, 11.

Overcoming Impossible Odds

November 10, 2017 by John J. Grosboll

There are many stories in the Bible about overcoming impossible odds. Some of these stories have to do with overcoming the number six, others with overcoming the number sixty, but in the final generation,…

Bible Study Guides – Eli and His Sons

October 31, 2017 by Reformation Herald Publishing

July 19, 2015 – July 25, 2015-“But Eli allowed his children to control him. The father became subject to the children. The curse of transgression was apparent in the corruption and evil…”