1 Samuel 1:28
I now dedicate the boy to the LORD. For as long as he lives, he is dedicated to the LORD." So they worshiped the LORD there.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 1:28?

2. How does Hannah's dedication of Samuel inspire your own commitments to God?

3. What does 1 Samuel 1:28 teach about fulfilling vows to the Lord?

4. How can Hannah's faithfulness in 1 Samuel 1:28 influence your prayer life?

5. Connect Hannah's actions to Romans 12:1 about offering ourselves to God.

6. How can you emulate Hannah's gratitude and dedication in your daily life?

7. What does 1 Samuel 1:28 reveal about the nature of dedication to God?

8. How does Hannah's vow in 1 Samuel 1:28 challenge modern views on parental responsibility?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Samuel 1:28?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 1?

11. What are the visions and prophecies of Gad?

12. Does the story of dedicating Samuel to the Lord in 1 Samuel 1:11, 28 have historical or cultural corroboration outside the biblical text?

13. Did David dance nude before the Lord?

14. In 1 Chronicles 15:27, David wears an ephod traditionally reserved for priests--how do we explain this apparent merging of royal and priestly roles without violating Mosaic Law?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Hannah's dedication of Samuel challenge us to think about the commitments we make to God? What are some ways we can fulfill our vows to Him today?

2. In what ways can we dedicate our children or the next generation to the LORD, and how can we practically support them in their spiritual growth?

3. How does the theme of dedication in 1 Samuel 1:28 connect with the concept of living a life set apart for God in the New Testament?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's faithfulness in answering a prayer. How did you respond, and what can you learn from Hannah's response of worship?

5. How can we cultivate a faith like Hannah's that trusts in God's sovereignty and timing, even when we face challenges or delays in receiving answers to our prayers?1. How does Hannah's faith amid her barrenness speak to you personally?

2. What can we learn from the interaction between Hannah and Peninnah?

3. How does the biblical perspective on Hannah's barrenness apply to modern-day struggles?

4. Reflect on the significance of Hannah's vow to God. How does it relate to personal sacrifices in our lives?

5. How does Eli's initial misunderstanding of Hannah's prayer reflect our propensity to judge before understanding the full context?

6. In what ways can you relate to Eli's quick judgment of Hannah?

7. How does Hannah's steadfast faith in God's promise, despite her circumstances, challenge your faith journey?

8. Reflect on the impact of Samuel's birth. How does this event signify divine intervention?

9. Consider the significance of Hannah returning Samuel to the Lord. How does this reflect her faith and integrity?

10. In what situations are you currently being called to demonstrate faith like Hannah's?

11. How does Hannah’s story speak to the power of persistent prayer?

12. How do Hannah's emotional struggles parallel issues in today's society?

13. How does this chapter help us understand the important role women play in God's plan?

14. How do you think Hannah’s story can inspire people facing infertility today?

15. How does Hannah’s devotion to God inspire you in your personal commitments to God?

16. How can Hannah's response to Peninnah's provocation inform the way we respond to antagonistic individuals in our lives?

17. In what ways does Hannah’s faith challenge our understanding of God’s timing?

18. How might this chapter's portrayal of prayer influence your prayer life?

19. How can we apply Hannah’s faithful fulfillment of her vow to God in our own lives?

20. Can you identify a situation in your life where you felt God intervened as He did in Hannah’s life? How does this experience shape your faith?

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