Samuel Hears God’s Voice

Israel has drifted far from God. The word of the Lord is rare, and visions have nearly ceased (1 Samuel 3:1). Eli the priest is old, and his sons serve as corrupt priests—abusing their position and dishonoring God (1 Samuel 2:12–17). God has warned Eli that judgment is coming on his family because of their sin (1 Samuel 2:27–36). Spiritual darkness has settled over Israel. Yet God is about to raise up a young prophet who will call his people back to him. It begins with a boy willing to listen.