1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 2:20?

2. How does 1 Samuel 2:20 demonstrate God's blessing through Eli's words to Hannah?

3. What role does prayer play in receiving God's blessings, as seen in 1 Samuel 2:20?

4. How does 1 Samuel 2:20 connect to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises?

5. How can we apply Eli's blessing to encourage others in their spiritual journey?

6. In what ways can we seek God's favor in our daily lives?

7. How does 1 Samuel 2:20 reflect God's sovereignty in human affairs?

8. What is the significance of Eli blessing Elkanah and his wife in 1 Samuel 2:20?

9. How does 1 Samuel 2:20 illustrate the theme of divine reward and blessing?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 2?

11. What are the key events in 1 Samuel?

12. In 2 Samuel 20:1, how likely is it that Israel would rapidly follow Sheba's revolt so soon after Absalom's rebellion?

13. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath?

14. Who was Abiathar in the Bible?1. How does Eli's blessing in 1 Samuel 2:20 reflect the broader biblical theme of God's provision and blessing?

2. In what ways can we incorporate the practice of blessing others in our daily lives, and what impact might this have on our communities?

3. How does the account of Hannah and Elkanah encourage us to remain faithful in worship and prayer, even when facing personal challenges?

4. What parallels can you draw between the account of Samuel's birth and other biblical accounts of miraculous births, and what do these accounts teach us about God's character?

5. How can we, like Hannah, dedicate the gifts and blessings we receive from God back to His service, and what might this look like in practical terms?1. In Hannah's prayer, she celebrates God's reversal of fortunes (1 Samuel 2:4-8). How do these verses speak to your current circumstances?

2. Compare and contrast Hannah's dedication to God with Eli's sons' disregard for Him. How does their relationship with God affect their actions and consequences?

3. What aspects of God's character does Hannah highlight in her prayer? How does this understanding of God influence her behavior and attitude?

4. How does Eli's response to his sons' wicked behavior reflect on his responsibilities as a priest and a parent?

5. How can the downfall of Eli's house serve as a warning for our conduct as individuals and as a church?

6. What is the significance of the prophecy about the 'faithful priest' and God's 'anointed one'? How does it relate to later biblical narratives?

7. How do you reconcile the goodness of God with the severe judgment announced on Eli's house?

8. How does the behavior of Eli's sons violate the spirit of the sacrifices and offerings to God?

9. Reflect on the statement: "Those who honor me I will honor, but those who despise me will be disdained." (1 Samuel 2:30). How does this verse apply to your daily life?

10. How does Hannah's prayer model a heart of gratitude? What can you learn from it?

11. What can we learn from Samuel's faithfulness and his service to the Lord in his youth?

12. How can the drastic consequences faced by Eli's house inspire accountability in leadership roles today?

13. In what ways can you ensure that your reverence for God is reflected in your actions, similar to Hannah and Samuel?

14. How can you respond when you see behaviors like those of Hophni and Phinehas in your community or church?

15. What steps can you take to prevent falling into complacency and sin like Eli's sons?

16. What actions demonstrate that you 'honor' God in your life?

17. Reflect on how God blessed Hannah for her faithfulness. How does this inspire you to trust God with your desires?

18. How can you apply the lessons learned from Eli's family to your personal, professional, or spiritual leadership roles?

19. Considering Eli's ineffective rebuke, how can you effectively admonish those under your care when they stray?

20. What elements from Hannah's prayer could you incorporate into your own prayers to deepen your connection with God?

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