Hannah

Sep 7, 2025    Jonathan Neufeld

In this exploration of Hannah's story from 1 Samuel, we're reminded that God often works through our weaknesses. Hannah's struggle with infertility became the canvas on which God painted His redemptive power. This narrative challenges us to see our own struggles not as dead ends, but as opportunities for God's strength to shine. The lesson of praying honestly stands out, encouraging us to pour out our hearts to God without reservation. Hannah's raw, emotional prayer teaches us that God welcomes our unfiltered thoughts and feelings. As we reflect on this, we're invited to examine our own prayer life. Are we truly being honest with God? Are we allowing our challenges to draw us closer to Him rather than push us away? This message reminds us that everything we have belongs to God, challenging us to surrender our gifts, talents, and even our deepest desires to Him. In doing so, we open ourselves up to be part of God's greater story, just as Hannah's surrender led to the birth of Samuel, a pivotal figure in Israel's history.