Chapter 10: Longing and Leaning

Scripture:  1 Samuel 1:1-20; 1 Samuel 8:4-7; 1 Samuel 8:10-18

Speaker:  Scott Meyer

Summary:  This sermon explores themes of prayer, faith, and waiting on God through the story of Hannah in the Bible. Hannah, who longed for a child, persistently prayed to God even as years passed without an answer, demonstrating the importance of leaning into God rather than giving up when prayers seem unanswered. Scott encourages listeners to hold onto faith and embrace God's peace while waiting for His provision, emphasizing that peace can come even before answers do. The sermon also contrasts Hannah's faithful waiting with Israel's demand for an earthly king, illustrating how wanting immediate answers in our lives can lead to unintended consequences. Ultimately, the message urges believers to stay close to God during periods of waiting, trusting in His presence and the Holy Spirit’s intercession in times of need.