Samuel Hears the LORD (1 Samuel 3)
Session 4, what authorizes anyone to speak on behalf of God?
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Opening Thoughts:
The audacity of speaking on behalf of God…
1 Samuel 3 in context –
Historical Context –
Literary Context –
Qualifications to Speak
Note the absence of normal qualifications…
Samuel has the right to speak words for God because…
She has the right to speak who has first listened to his Voice. He has the right to proclaim who has first heard God’s Word.
Takeaways
Mind your ______________________.
Mind your ______________________.
Listen to ______________________.
Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
Have you ever sensed God communicating directly with you? What was that like? What did he say? What did you do?
How would you recognize God’s voice if he did communicate directly with you? What would be the signs that it was him?
What is the most dangerous thing you’ve ever said to a person? If you were Samuel, on a scale of 1 to 10 how hesitant would you have been to deliver this message?
Spend some time prayerfully repeating the phrase “Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening” and write down anything you think you hear.
How much effort do you put into listening to the voice of God?