1 Samuel 12:24

“Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you.”

"Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you." - 1 Samuel 12:24
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What does 1 Samuel 12:24 mean?

1 Samuel 12:24 (KJV) says, "Only fear the Lord, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you." This verse is found in the Old Testament of the Bible and is part of Samuel's farewell speech to the people of Israel. Let's delve…

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Fear, Serve, and Remember: A Heartfelt Devotion to the Almighty

In the lush landscape of the Old Testament, a poignant moment arises in 1 Samuel 12:24, where the prophet Samuel encapsulates a profound truth about our relationship with God: "Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath…

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A Prayer of Reverent Servitude

Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude and reverence. Your word in 1 Samuel 12:24 reminds me so profoundly: "Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for…

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