Character Goal: Trust in God – Seeking to grow in our trust of God by gaining knowledge of Him and sharing our experiences of His faithfulness.
Biblical Character: Hannah
Scripture Readings:
1 Samuel 1:1-20
Discussion Questions: Use the Notes section to add responses to each question
What creates conflict between Hannah and Peninnah?
Things like athletic talent, work ethic, popularity, relationships, etc. can be points of strife and division on teams. As a team, how can you work through these issues to be a team that glorifies God?
Who is responsible for Hannah’s barrenness?
How does Hannah’s barrenness affect her emotionally physically, socially, and spiritually?
How does your previous athletic performance affect you emotionally, physically, socially and spiritually?
What does Elkanah do for Hannah? Does this change her demeanor? Why?
What does Hannah decide to do about her barrenness and about being provoked by her rival?
Who does she turn to? What else could she have done?
Have you had an athletic setback, such as injury, illness, or stressful family situation? What does Hannah’s response teach us about how we can respond in difficult circumstances?
Describe Hannah’s prayer.
What is her view of God?
What does Hannah learn about herself, others, and God as a result of her barrenness?
What does Hannah do after she prays and receives encouragement from the priest?
What does this tell you about prayer and community? Read Luke 22:39-43.
What does God eventually do for Hannah?
What do you think the phrase “the Lord remembered her” means?
What does she name her son? Why?
What does this story tell you about God and His relationship with man?
What is one thing I learned from this story that I can apply to my life before the next lesson?
Core Truths:
God uses trials in our life to draw us closer to Him and reveal more of Himself to His people.
Prayer is a powerful tool that can change us and our situations
Nothing is impossible with God. We can trust Him to handle any situation that affects us.
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