Bible chapter 16

How were Samson and Samuel different?

Samson pleased himself, feared no one, was physically strong, became angry easily, overconfident, was often rebellious. Samuel listened to God, feared God, was spiritually strong, was humble, obeyed God, kept his Nazirite vow, was disciplined and faithful.

The Lord called

Samuel

What are 3 characteristics that Samson and Samuel had in common?

appointed by God, werer judges, had miraculous births

What does it mean to have a servant's heart?

be willing to serve and not just give orders, be willing to do the tasks that you have other people do, have people's best interests in mind, show humility

Eli asked Samuel to tell him

everything

Name some characteristics of a good leader

has integrity, humility, is honest, listens well, is dedicated, perseveres, and has an attitude of service

If Samson were alive today, how do you think he would feel about the way he is remembered?

he might be embarrased, ashamed, full of regret.

What kind of vow did Samuel's mother make to God before his birth?

if God gives her a son, she will dedicate him as a Nazirite, a holy man of God.

Samuel was lying down in the tabernacle or

temple

Who came and stood by Samuel

the Lord

What does leadership mean?

the ability to guide or inspire others to accomplish a desired goal

The Lord gave Samuel a

vision

Samuel said to Eli

"Here I am"

Eli told Samuel to say

"Speak, Lors, for your servant is listening"

When did Samuel begin serving God?

As a child

Under which priest did Samuel serve?

Eli

Who was Samuel's father?

Elkanah

Who was Samuel's mother?

Hannah

Who granted Samuel's mother her desire to have a son?

I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him

How did the Israelites know who was a true prophet of the Lord?

If what a prophet proclaims in the name of the Lord does not take place or come true, that is a message the Lord has not spoken

From which tribe was Samuel?

Levi

Why died Samuel not know it was the Lord's voice in 1 Samuel 3:7

Now Samuel did not yet know the Lord: The word of the Lord had not yet been revealed to him

Where was Samuel born?

Ramah