◄ 1 Samuel 2:18 ►
Now Samuel was ministering before the LORD--a boy wearing a linen ephod. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 2:18? 2. How does 1 Samuel 2:18 illustrate serving God from a young age? 3. What can we learn from Samuel's dedication to God's service in 1 Samuel 2:18? 4. How does Samuel's service foreshadow Christ's obedience and dedication? 5. In what ways can we serve God faithfully like Samuel did? 6. How does Samuel's example in 1 Samuel 2:18 inspire your personal spiritual growth? 7. How does 1 Samuel 2:18 illustrate the role of children in religious service? 8. What significance does Samuel's linen ephod have in 1 Samuel 2:18? 9. How does 1 Samuel 2:18 contrast with the behavior of Eli's sons? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 2? 11. Did David dance nude before the Lord? 12. 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? 13. How do we minister to the Lord effectively? 14. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David? Discussion Questions 1. How does Samuel's early dedication to the Lord challenge our views on involving children and youth in ministry today? 2. In what ways can we "wear our ephod" in our daily lives, symbolizing our dedication and service to God? 3. How does the contrast between Samuel and Eli's sons speak to the importance of godly character and integrity in leadership? 4. What can we learn from Samuel's example about serving faithfully in seemingly small or unnoticed roles? 5. How does understanding Jesus as our High Priest enhance our perspective on serving God and others? 1 Samuel 2 Bible Study Questions 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? Links 1 Samuel 2:18 NIV 1 Samuel 2:18 NLT 1 Samuel 2:18 ESV 1 Samuel 2:18 NASB 1 Samuel 2:18 KJV 1 Samuel 2:18 Commentaries Bible Hub