Day 134 – May 14, 2021 Scriptures: 1 Samuel 1-2, Psalm 113 BIBLE PROJECT: 1 Samuel “He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the Lord.” (Psalm 113:9) There is a lot going on in the narrative of 1 Samuel. The opening of the book gives us insight into the state of Israel and the heart of the people. Eli is a priest, and his sons are crooks. They are corrupt and evil. Contrasting Eli’s boys is Samuel. Samuel, as we discover, is the son of Hannah. A righteous woman who pleads with God for a child. She honors her commitment to dedicate her child to the service of God. God blesses her with many more children. The opening of the 1 Samuel story appears to be a continuation of the evil done in the book of Judges. Not much has changed. Judges ends with a word about the people being without a king and doing as they please. The foundation is being laid for a king to come. Samuel will play a part in the naming of a king. But for now. We join with the Praise of Psalm 113, “Who is like the Lord our God, the One who sits enthroned on high,” (Psalm 113:5) PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE NEW EMAIL SERVICE Have a great day! Jordan
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