Our scripture this morning is 1 Samuel 3:10 (ESV).
And the Lord came and stood, calling as at other times, “Samuel! Samuel!” And Samuel said, “Speak, for your servant hears.”
God is still reaching out to His people in different ways despite their disobedience and unbelief. In this chapter God calls Samuel, who is now the priest Eli’s apprentice. For many years God had spoken to the people through leaders like Moses and Joshua. Now God is trying again by choosing Samuel to speak to Israel. When God calls him by name, Samuel (still a boy at this point) is confused and believes the call comes from Eli the priest. Eli discerns it is God calling Samuel and tells him to respond. This begins his role as God’s voice to the people. We need to be aware of God speaking into our lives and the work He has for us.
Gracious God, we are amazed that You invite us to be part of what You are doing in creation. Bless us to be joyful in sharing Your love everywhere. Amen.
