Early Life of Samuel
Life and times of Samuel when he was a young boy.
Classes
Class 1: Early Samuel 1
The class covers the early life of Samuel, focusing on Hannah's prayer and her perseverance in seeking God's intervention for a child. It emphasizes the theme of life's unfairness and God's ultimate purpose, encouraging consistent and faithful service to God.
Class 2: Early Samuel 2
The class discusses Eli's failure as a parent and the importance of consistency and obedience in parenting. It emphasizes the need for parents to prioritize God and honor Him above their children, using Eli's story as a cautionary tale.
Class 3: Early Samuel 3
The class covers the capture of the Ark of the Covenant in 1 Samuel 4, emphasizing Eli's failure to honor God by not disciplining his sons Hophni and Phinehas, leading to the Ark's capture and Eli's death. The main lesson is that honoring God requires active participation and making hard decisions, not just passive acceptance.
Class 4: Early Samuel 4
The class covers the story of the Philistines capturing the ark of God and the subsequent divine judgment on Ashdod and Ekron. It emphasizes the need for humility and repentance, drawing parallels to the prodigal son's return to God.
Class 5: Early Samuel 5
The class discusses the covetousness and idolatry in Israel's request for a king, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing relationships with God over material desires and societal image. It highlights Samuel's efforts to guide the people back to God and the consequences of their rejection of divine leadership.