Scripture Union Daily Guide 19th September 2024 (Thursday) Devotional Message
TOPIC: A Change Of Guard In The Priesthood
OPENING PRAYER: May the meditation of my heart be acceptable unto you, O Lord as I read from your word.
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SCRIPTURE: 1 SAMUEL 2:12-21
Question(s) for Reflection
* Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
* Q5: Is there any warning for me to heed?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 19th September 2024 – MESSAGE
Parents are responsible for the right upbringing of their children. They are mandated to bring the children up in the way of the Lord. Where necessary, discipline should be applied. That is why we are admonished not to spare the rod and spoil the child (Proverbs 13:24). Eli certainly had a weakness around the discipline of his children.
What was the problem with Eli’s children (vs.12-13)? Notice how they are described in v.12. Why were they so particular about taking the offering which rightly belongs to God (v.12b). This explains why God wanted a replacement for the priesthood. No wonder Samuel was being trained and prepared to step into the priesthood. How much of such decadence do we find in our societies? Could this have started at home or in the so-called spiritual children that were not well brought up (Genesis 18:19)?
What would have happened had Hannah failed to fulfil her vow (v.18)? Observe the blessings that came upon Hannah because of her faithfulness. She sowed into the kingdom and the Lord was faithful to her. In what areas have you been challenged to be faithful? Notice the contrast with Samuel. He was growing in the presence of the Lord. Meanwhile Hannah did not abandon her son to the priest. She continued to love and care for him despite the other children that she had.
Practice/Word Application
Thought: How are you taking care of God’s business?
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Pray that believers would faithfully bring up their children to love and serve the Lord.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Numbers 6:24 ‐ 26
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Daily Bible Reading Plan: Day 263- Zechariah 1-4
National Prayer Bulletin – Thursday Sep 19, 2024
FOCUS
COUNCIL SECRETARY AND ASSISTANT COUNCIL SECRETARY
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters
Col. 3:23.
THANK GOD FOR:
‣ The lives of our Council Secretary, Elder Dr. Emma Kalu Ukpai and the assistant, Prof. Ugo Ugorji.
‣ The strength, grace and wisdom given to them to cover Council meetings and produce minutes as at when due.
PRAY FOR:
‣ Greater mental and spiritual alertness for them.
‣ God will continue to prosper all that concerns them.
‣ All round peace in their families
Scripture Union is an international, inter-denominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God.
