1 Samuel 3:16
“Then Eli called Samuel, and said, Samuel, my son. And he answered, Here am I.”

What does 1 Samuel 3:16 mean?
The Bible verse 1 Samuel 3:16 in the King James Version reads, "Then Eli called Samuel, and said, Samuel, my son. And he answered, Here am I." This verse is found in the Old Testament and is part of the narrative about the calling of Samuel to be a prophet. The context of this…
Read full commentaryDevotionalResponding to Divine Call: The Heart of a Servant
In the book of 1 Samuel, we dive into a powerful moment that marks the beginning of Samuel's prophetic ministry—a moment that encapsulates the divine calling that each of us may experience in different ways throughout our lives. The verse reads, "Then Eli called Samuel, and…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Listening and Responding to God's Call
O Sovereign Lord, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, we come before You today in a moment of sacred reflection and supplication. We gather to quietly listen for Your still, small voice, intent on responding to Your divine call. As we meditate on the word from 1 Samuel 3:16, where…
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