1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 3:5?

2. How does Samuel's response in 1 Samuel 3:5 demonstrate obedience to authority?

3. What can we learn from Eli's role in guiding Samuel in 1 Samuel 3?

4. How does Samuel's willingness to serve relate to Jesus' teachings on servanthood?

5. In what ways can we be attentive to God's call in our lives?

6. How does Samuel's experience encourage us to seek God's voice in daily life?

7. Why did Samuel not recognize the voice of God in 1 Samuel 3:5?

8. How does 1 Samuel 3:5 illustrate the importance of spiritual discernment?

9. What does Eli's role in 1 Samuel 3:5 teach about mentorship in faith?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 3?

11. What were the key events in Samuel's life?

12. 1 Samuel 3:7 - How could a child with no prior knowledge of God accurately identify and respond to a supernatural voice?

13. Psalm 4:5: How do sacrifices of righteousness compare to other biblical texts that claim God does not desire sacrifice (e.g., Psalm 51:16), creating potential inconsistency?

14. Is the reference to enemies being like 'lions' in Psalm 57:4 simply poetic imagery, or does it exaggerate any verifiable historical threat David faced?1. How can we cultivate a heart that is attentive and responsive to God's voice, similar to Samuel's response to Eli?

2. In what ways can we seek out or become mentors like Eli to help others recognize and respond to God's calling in their lives?

3. Reflect on a time when you felt God was calling you to a specific task or purpose. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience?

4. How does the persistence of God's calling in Samuel's life encourage you in your own spiritual journey, especially when you feel uncertain about His direction?

5. Consider the role of the temple in Samuel's life. How can we create spaces in our own lives that foster spiritual growth and attentiveness to God's presence?1. In today's secular world, how can you distinguish the voice of God from other voices?

2. Reflect on a time when you felt God was speaking to you. How did you respond?

3. Samuel served faithfully before he understood God's voice. What does this say about the importance of faithfulness in our daily tasks?

4. How does Eli's reaction to the impending judgment model acceptance of God's will? How can we apply this acceptance in our lives?

5. What consequences do Eli and his family face due to their disobedience? How does this reinforce the importance of personal and family responsibility in our spiritual lives?

6. How does God's selection of young Samuel for a prophetic role challenge our understanding of leadership and capability?

7. How does God prepare Samuel for the task he is given? How does God prepare us for the tasks He sets before us?

8. In what ways does Samuel's growth and establishment as a prophet inspire you in your spiritual journey?

9. How can we cultivate a faithful and humble response to God's call, like Samuel?

10. How would you handle a situation where you had to relay an uncomfortable truth, as Samuel did to Eli?

11. Eli mentored Samuel, yet his own sons were disobedient. What does this tell us about influence and personal choice in spiritual matters?

12. What can we learn from the rarity of visions in those times, and how might that apply to our perception of God's voice today?

13. How does the certainty of God's judgment affect the way you live your life?

14. How does the transition of leadership from Eli to Samuel reflect on God's sovereignty?

15. How can we make sure that none of God's words "fall to the ground" in our lives?

16. Eli recognized his shortcomings and accepted God's judgment. How do you respond when confronted with your mistakes or sins?

17. How can we foster a strong spiritual foundation for future generations, as seen in Samuel's life?

18. What steps can we take to ensure that we are not just hearing, but truly listening to God's call?

19. In what ways does Samuel's calling challenge your understanding of God's purpose for your life?

20. How does Samuel's relationship with God inspire you to cultivate your personal relationship with God?

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