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Hannah’s Prayer and God’s Answer: The Birth and Calling of Samuel | 1 Samuel 1–3
Welcome to Day 73 of Word for Word: The Bible.
In this episode, we read 1 Samuel chapters 1–3, where the story of Samuel begins and Israel moves from the period of the judges toward a new era of leadership. What starts with the quiet faith of one woman will ultimately shape the future of the nation.
Today’s reading includes:
Hannah’s deep anguish over her barrenness and her heartfelt prayer to the LORD at Shiloh
Her vow to dedicate her son to the LORD if her prayer is answered
The birth of Samuel and Hannah faithfully bringing him to serve at the tabernacle
Hannah’s prayer of praise…
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