O CHAMADO DE SAMUEL | Os heróis da Fé | História Bíblica para Crianças

Summary

The story of Samuel, the boy who heard God's voice, unfolds in a time when Israel had no king, only judges. Samuel's mother, Hannah, prayed earnestly for a child, promising to dedicate him to the Lord. God granted her request, and she fulfilled her vow by leaving Samuel with the priest Eli. As a young boy, Samuel heard God's call and was chosen to deliver a crucial message. Samuel grew into a faithful prophet, demonstrating obedience, courage, and love for God, teaching that anyone who listens to God's voice can be used by Him.

Takeaways

• 😀 Samuel was a young boy who heard God's voice and became a great prophet in Israel.
• 😀 Israel did not have a king and was governed by judges chosen by God to lead the people.
• 😀 A woman named Hannah was deeply distressed because she was unable to have children, but she prayed to God for a son.
• 😀 Hannah promised that if God gave her a son, she would dedicate him to the Lord for his entire life.
• 😀 After praying fervently in the temple, God answered Hannah's prayer, and she gave birth to a son named Samuel.
• 😀 Despite her joy, Hannah kept her promise to God and dedicated Samuel to serve in the temple under the priest Eli.
• 😀 Samuel grew up in the presence of God and learned about God’s ways, serving Eli in the temple.
• 😀 God spoke to Samuel, calling him three times during the night, and Samuel initially thought it was Eli calling him.
• 😀 Eli recognized that it was God calling Samuel and instructed him to respond with 'Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.'
• 😀 Samuel became a prophet, delivering God's messages to the people, and was known for his faith, courage, and obedience.

Q & A

Who was Samuel, and why is he significant in the Bible?

Samuel was a prophet in Israel, known for being called by God as a child. His story is significant because he became a key figure in leading Israel, anointed the first two kings of Israel (Saul and David), and was a symbol of obedience and faith in God's calling.

What was the situation in Israel during Samuel's time?

During Samuel's time, Israel was a nation without a king, governed by judges chosen by God to lead and protect the people from their enemies.

Who was Ana, and what was her story in the Bible?

Ana was a woman who longed to have children but was unable to conceive. She prayed earnestly to God, promising that if she had a child, she would dedicate him to the service of God. God answered her prayer, and she gave birth to Samuel.

What vow did Ana make to God, and how did she fulfill it?

Ana vowed to dedicate her child to the Lord for his whole life if He gave her a son. She fulfilled this vow by bringing Samuel to the temple when he was old enough to serve under the priest Eli.

What was Samuel's relationship with Eli?

Samuel lived and worked with Eli, the priest who took care of the temple. Samuel helped Eli and learned about God under his guidance. Eli also blessed Ana for dedicating Samuel to God.

How did God first speak to Samuel, and what was Samuel's initial response?

God first spoke to Samuel when he was a child. Samuel heard a voice calling his name three times during the night. He initially thought it was Eli calling him and went to him each time. After the third time, Eli realized it was God and instructed Samuel to say, 'Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.'

What was the message God gave to Samuel?

God's message to Samuel was about the disobedience of Eli's sons, who were priests but did not follow God's commands. God warned that judgment would come upon Eli's house because of their actions.

What did Samuel become known for as he grew older?

Samuel became known as a prophet of God. He grew in stature and favor with both God and the people of Israel, becoming a spiritual leader who guided Israel through times of transition.

What lesson can we learn from Samuel's story?

Samuel's story teaches us about obedience, faith, and dedication to God. Despite his young age, Samuel was attentive to God's voice and obedient to His calling, setting an example for others to follow.

How can we learn to hear God's voice today, as Samuel did?

We can learn to hear God's voice by reading the Bible, which is His Word, and by praying regularly. Through prayer and meditation on Scripture, we can grow closer to God and recognize His guidance in our lives, just as Samuel did.