Q1. Listening Servant

[Pastor Ralph]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

[blezed]

On 11/28/2017 at 1:15 PM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10)

What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy?

To go and lie down, and if he calls you, say, "Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening."'

Was it good counsel?

Yes

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

Samuel recognizing that he is a servant shows his humidity.  Coming before God as a humble servant, Samuel will hear what God is saying.

 

[Godswriter]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy?

Speak Lord for Your servant is listening.

Was it good counsel?

Yes because that way his ears more attentive to the Lord's call and understood that it was the Lord calling him and not Eli.

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? 

Utter humility on his part and no pride whatsoever and the ability to realize that God is the one speaking and not Him. 

[JanMary]

On ‎11‎/‎28‎/‎2017 at 10:15 AM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

1. Eli told Samuel to go back and lie down and if God speaks again to answer in this respectful and humble way:" Speak Lord for your servant is listening"

2. Yes great counsel...Samuel had heard his name being called, but had no idea that it was God calling him. Eli was introducing Samuel to the living God. (Sad that Eli in the past had HEARD the voice of God but did not LISTEN to what he was told)

I'm thankful for the dear elderly woman who took me under her wing and mentored me as a new babe in Christ...and for helping me learn to pray by involving me in prayer for others and to learn to hear from the Lord...and not just hear but to listen and obey. (The Lord gave me a visual "picture" of our relationship...I was a little sapling and she was the sturdy stake holding me upright in the wind.... He showed her when to release me when I was able to lean on Him)

3. The significance was that Samuel now had understanding that God was calling him into intimate relationship. No more just going through the motions of temple duties like a "janitor or maintenance Personnel" but he was to understand that he was a servant of the living, speaking, personal God. Eli was still to be his mentor (for the short time being until the Word of the Lord regarding Eli was fulfilled)  but was no longer going to be his "Superior"....Eli was being removed as the "middle man" between God and Samuel. 

[Lottie]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? 
Eli told Samuel that it was the Lord who was calling him. He told him he should go and lie down again. Then when God calls him again he should say, “Speak Lord for your servant is listening.”

W#s it good counsel? Yes, because Eli knew from experience that it was the Lord calling to Samuel. He knew that in order to hear from God we need to be humble and willing to listen and obey.

The significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant is that he knows that the Lord is his master. He is the servant and he is putting himself under God’s hand and was willing to do whatever God wanted him to do. He realized the Lord was directing him.

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[LaVerne]

(1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? He told Samuel to go back to bed and when God called to say speak LORD for thy servant heareth

 

Was it good counsel? yes 

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? God tells us what to do and we do it. We do indeed serve Him

[charisbarak]

Eli's counsel was very good--to acknowledge that he was God's servant and was listening.  I think Eli recognized it probably was the Lord because he used to be listening too.

It humbled him and prepared him to receive what God had to say.

[haar]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10)

Q. What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy?

A. Go back and lie down, if he calls again, say speak Lord, your servant is listeneing

Q. Was it good counsel?

A. Yes,  it was good counsel as it  made Samuel to pay attention and responsive

Q. What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

A. It prepares him for service and obedience to the King of Kings

 

[minnow]

For Eli it was a moment of remembering when God talked, he listened and obeyed.  Knowing that Samuel's mother brought him to serve God, it was the right instructions (acknowledging God as Lord of his life & he was God's willing servant).  Before Samuel's mother dropped him off at the temple she no doubt told him the story about her praying for a child and the promise to give him back, to serve God.  Remembering this story and given Eli's instructions was giving Samuel to make a full commitment (surrendering) to God as Lord of his life.

[Jilly]

What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy?

Eli told Samuel to go lie back and down and if he heard the voice again to say "Speak, for your servant is listening."

Was it good counsel? 

Yes. Eli realized it was the Lord calling Samuel.

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

He is humbled and listening to God and carry out His command.

[Uncle Dave]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

Eli instructed Samuel to answer God’s voice as a servant. Yes, I believe that was good counsel for Samuel because he was at the beginning of a lifetime of serving God.

[hanks]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) 
What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? 
Was it good counsel? 
What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? 
Eli told Samuel to go back and lie down, and if the LORD speaks to him again, he must answer by letting the LORD know that he is listening and awaiting to be told what to do.
Yes, it is good advice. It’s best to lie still and be alert, not to be running around in confusion, waiting for the LORD to speak again. Psalm 46:10: "Be still, and know that I am God”. In the same way, today, as Christians we have to learn to recognize God’s voice, and this can only be done if we know God, and not only know of Him. 
Right from a young age Samuel knew that he was set apart to serve God. So, over time he developed a close relationship with his LORD enabling him to serve God as a priest, judge, prophet and advisor to the people. We read how throughout his life, he remained loyal to the LORD, serving Him faithfully and obediently in everything he did. 
 

[quilter]

1 Eli told Samuel to go and lay back down if he called him again say speak Lord for thy servant heareth.

2 yes it was good counsel. Samuel did not know the Lord yet and this was the begining of his relationship with the Lord.

3 Eli told Samuel to say your servant heareth.  From this Samuel realized that he was a servant to the Lord.  when we give our life to the Lord we are servants to him.

[sheep35]

(1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Go and lie down, and if he calls you, say, "Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening."' Was it good counsel? Yes! Although it wasn’t apparent immediately. What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? It could be tempting boast of knowing & being in favor with God even if we serve Him & His kingdom. Therefore, we’re encouraged to consider ourselves in humble terms & to even wear humility as clothing. (1 Pt 5:5-6)

[bertha]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? "Speak, LORD, your servant is listening".

Was it good counsel? Yes, definitely.

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? Identifying himself as a servant, shows Samuel's humility and willingness to hear and obey God. Also, as a servant, he is placing his trust in God, ready to follow His commands.

 

 

 

 

 

[Valteenia]

Eli told Samuel to response to god by saying "Speak Lord, your servant is listening". It was good counsel because it let god know that he has your attention and is ready to listen and obey. Putting yourself in the position of a servant is giving God honor and respect. It is acknowledging that He know what is best for you and that He knows everything and has all power. You are saiding that he is your master and as a servant,  you will obey  his commands.

[Debra Grant]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? 

 

 1. So Eli told Samuel, 'Go and lie down, and if he calls you, say, "Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening."'

 2. Yes, it was good counsel because Samuel recognized it was God calling him and not Eli. It caused Samuel to be more alert to God’s calling.

 3. We must come before God as humble and obedient servants if we want to hear what he is saying.

[patahutch]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

Eli counseled Samuel to respond to the Voice by saying "Speak LORD, thy servant (slaves) hears.

This was indeed excellent counsel, especially from one who has knowledge of the LORD'S voice himself.

The significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant is that he is in the service to God. As he serves the Lord, he must remain humble and obedient.

 

 

 

[Zilka]

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Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

- Go and lie down,..... Speak Lord for your servant is listening.

- Yes it was

- Samuel knew his parent and good relationship with them, outomatically has good Mentor in his life to follow Jesus and to understand voice of Jesus.

Bible is our Mentor and said We must come before God as humble and obedient servants if we want to hear what he is saying.

[Johno]

On 28/11/2017 at 8:15 PM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

Samuel was told to go for the 3rd time to listen for the voice and to reply ' Lord, your servant listens ' Surprising coming from Eli, who, with his sons, would be disciplined by God. It was counselled that all Israel, including Eli and his family would  be punished and it came to pass. Eli is subservient to his Lord and accepts Him as God. He is humble and eventually becomes a prophet of God.

[Damary Alembi]

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? The counsel of Eli to Samuel was to respond to the voice by saying “Speak LORD for your Servant is listening”

Was it good counsel? Yes, it was a good counsel as it was right on target.

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant? The significance was that Samuel was able to obey what the LORD was instructing him to do. This is a polite and humble way to refer to oneself. The term is frequently used when addressing God in prayer.
 

[Michelle du Toit]

Eli's counsel to go back and answer the Lord was good advice, almost like a "what's next, what do I do now" answer, when someone does something for the first time.  Sad though, that in his mentorship of Samuel, he has taught him religion, but never prepared him for relationship with God Almighty.  Perhaps because Eli himself has decided to ignore that relationship.

By Samuel calling himself servant, he names himself servant of the Most High God, no longer servant to Eli.  Until now he had a relationship with Eli, but now he has a relationship with Almighty God. He has a new title and a new identity.   He moves from religion and tradition, to an intimate and personal relationship with God.  Who speaks to him, personally. Scripture says that from then on, Samuel no longer allowed himself to let any of the words of the Lord fall to the ground, valuing the relationship with God and treasuring His words. 1 Sam 3:19

On 2/3/2018 at 7:39 PM, JanMary said:

. The significance was that Samuel now had understanding that God was calling him into intimate relationship. No more just going through the motions of temple duties like a "janitor or maintenance Personnel" but he was to understand that he was a servant of the living, speaking, personal God. Eli was still to be his mentor (for the short time being until the Word of the Lord regarding Eli was fulfilled)  but was no longer going to be his "Superior"....Eli was being removed as the "middle man" between God and Samuel. 

I love what JanMary says about the change in the mentorship relationship, this is not always recognised in the mentorship process:when the mentee themselves develops a stonger, more deeper relationship with God, than the mentor. Often mentors will prevent or inhibit their mentees in their spiritual growth, so the fact that Eli admits and confirms that Samuel heard from God is an excellent step as a mentor.  That was really good insight JanMary, did not see that.  Thank you.

[Old Jerry]

Eli’s counsel to Samuel when he recognized that God was calling the boy was to tell him to tell that Lord that he was listening and to do what the Lord had told him to do. That was good counsel and that would be good counsel for us. For Samuel to recognize that he is a servant was the kicking off of his ministry.

[Neil NRG]

What was Eli's counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy?

Eli told Samuel, 'Go and lie down, and if he calls you, say, "Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening.”’

Was it good counsel?

Yes, for indeed it was God speaking to him.

What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

One who truly listens and is obedient to his Lord, humble and privileged to be His servant.

[rosegarden]

On 11/28/2017 at 1:15 PM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (1 Samuel 3:1-10) What was Eli’s counsel to Samuel, when he recognized that God was calling to the boy? Was it good counsel? What is the significance of Samuel recognizing that he is a servant?

a.) Go back and lie down and if you hear the call again say, "Speak Lord, for your servant is listening.

b.) Yes it was.

c.) He was at first afraid to tell Eli what the Lord told him to say because it was about carrying out the threats for Eli and his family, but hearing from God he humbled himself and obeyed.  It was a confirmation to Eli about what the Lord had already spoken to him about.