1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 2:26?

2. How can we grow "in favor with the LORD and with men" today?

3. What does 1 Samuel 2:26 teach about God's role in spiritual growth?

4. How does Samuel's growth compare to Jesus in Luke 2:52?

5. What practical steps can we take to seek God's favor like Samuel?

6. How can parents encourage their children to grow like Samuel in 1 Samuel 2:26?

7. How does 1 Samuel 2:26 relate to the growth of Jesus in Luke 2:52?

8. What does 1 Samuel 2:26 reveal about God's favor towards Samuel?

9. How does 1 Samuel 2:26 challenge our understanding of spiritual maturity?

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

11. What does "increased in wisdom and stature" mean?

12. Who are Hannah and Samuel?

13. 2 Samuel 1:26: How do critics reconcile David's intense lament for Jonathan with cultural norms of warfare and rivalry at the time?

14. Why does Jesus refer to 'Abiathar the high priest' in Mark 2:26 while 1 Samuel 21 names Ahimelech instead?1. How does Samuel's growth in favor with God and men challenge you in your personal spiritual journey?

2. In what ways can you seek to grow in wisdom and stature in your current stage of life, similar to Samuel and Jesus?

3. How can the example of Samuel's life influence your interactions with others, especially in maintaining integrity and righteousness?

4. What role does divine favor play in your life, and how can you actively seek it through your daily actions and decisions?

5. Reflect on the influence of parental or spiritual mentors in your life. How can you be a positive influence on the next generation, as Hannah was for Samuel?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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