1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 3:9?

2. How can we apply Samuel's response to God's call in our daily lives?

3. What does Eli's guidance to Samuel teach about spiritual mentorship and leadership?

4. How does 1 Samuel 3:9 connect with listening to God's voice in prayer?

5. Why is it important to say, "Speak, LORD, for Your servant is listening"?

6. How can we discern God's voice amidst life's distractions, as Samuel did?

7. How does 1 Samuel 3:9 illustrate the importance of listening to God's voice today?

8. What role does Eli play in guiding Samuel's spiritual journey in 1 Samuel 3:9?

9. How does 1 Samuel 3:9 reflect the theme of mentorship in spiritual growth?

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

11. What are the key events in 1 Samuel?

12. How did Samuel lead Israel and anoint its first kings?

13. 1 Samuel 3:7 – How could a child with no prior knowledge of God accurately identify and respond to a supernatural voice?

14. In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel?1. How can we cultivate a heart that is attentive and ready to listen to God's voice in our daily lives?

2. In what ways can we seek out or become a spiritual mentor like Eli in our faith communities?

3. Reflect on a time when you felt God was calling you to a specific task or direction. How did you respond, and what was the outcome?

4. How can we discern God's voice amidst the many distractions and voices in our world today?

5. What steps can we take to ensure that our response to God's call is one of obedience and readiness, similar to Samuel's?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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