Bitter Tears and Heartfelt Prayer
January 16, 2022 Speaker: Jordan Gowing Series: 1 Samuel | Looking for the True King
Topic: Sunday Morning Teaching Passage: 1 Samuel 1:1–20
In the midst of unspeakable heartache, Hannah cries out to the LORD. What can we learn from Hannah's prayer? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider 1 Samuel 1.
Sermon Discussion Questions
- Have you ever had a prayer that has gone unanswered the way that you wanted it to be? How did you respond?
- What is one highlight from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
- In 1 Samuel 1:1–20, we see Hannah’s heartfelt prayer get answered. What is the danger of reading the story of Hannah’s prayer as a formula to be followed?
- Read 1 Samuel 1:5–6. What is the significance of the phrase, “the LORD closed her womb”? Why is this good news even if it is hard news?
- Read 1 Samuel 1:9–11. Is Hannah bargaining with God? Why or why not? Share some observations from Hannah’s prayer.
- Why is it important to have an accurate understanding of God and ourselves when we pray? What is the importance of the word “remember” in Hannah’s prayer?
- Read 1 Samuel 1:11; Numbers 6:1–2, 5; cf. Judges 13:2–8. What is the significance of Hannah’s vow in verse 11? In addition to her personal affliction, what is Hannah asking God to address in her prayer?
- Read 1 Samuel 1:18. How does Hannah respond after she has made her prayer and shared with the high priest? Read Hebrews 4:14–16. How might we respond the same when we share our needs with our greater high priest?
- This Time Tomorrow: How does this passage transform your thoughts, actions, or interactions at this time tomorrow?
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