Reading: 1Sam.7/12
Introduction
To understand the overall context of the life Israel at the time of Samuel, we must meditate on the book of Judges, which is summarized by these words: "In those days there was no king in Israel. Everyone did what seemed good " (Jg 21/25) . See also: Jg 3/1-7, 12. must also remember the family of the priest Eli (1Sam.2) . The country was in need of revival. God raised up Samuel (God has heard).
Principle: Every sin attracts the Judgement of God. To bring His people to Him, He can use any element (event).
Groans beneficial (v.2-3)
The hand of the Philistines hung over Israel For twenty years, despite the presence of the Ark (a symbol of God's presence). The adversary is not impressed by religion - See Act.19/13-16
Counting volunteer (v.3-4)
Repentance is a return to self and God: The only condition to find communion with God and receive His help. See Luke 15/17-24; Prov.28/13
A formidable weapon: prayer (v. 5, 9)
The effective prayer that is stripped of hypocrisy and iniquity: Ps.66/18; Pr.28 / 9; Luke 18/9-14.
Prayer is more effective than any weapon of war: Ps.20/8-9.
Defeat the enemy (v.10-11)
The Lord Himself fight for Israel. When conditions are established, God works.
for thought: Es.30 / 1; Matth.18/18-20.
Looking back (v.12)
Samuel attributes the victory to God, so be it for us too: Jn 15 / 5; 2Cor.3 / 5; Ps.60/13-14.
Conclusion
Eph.3/20-21.
Note: The meditations in "Sharing Bible" can be beneficial in Since each bed in his own Bible references indicated.
Good meditation and God bless you in Jesus Christ!
