Hannah's Journey from Barrenness to Blessing - August 11, 2024

Join us in today's sermon podcast where we delve into the transformative power of prayer and faith.

The sermon begins with a nostalgic story about old Western TV shows, leading into a powerful testimony of actor Clint Walker's near-death experience and his life-changing prayer. Walker's prayer, uttered in a moment of desperation, serves as a testament to the life-saving power of faith and divine intervention.

We then explore the story of Hannah from the Old Testament, who, like Walker, prayed a desperate prayer. Despite her barrenness and the mockery she faced, Hannah's unwavering faith and heartfelt vow to God led to the miraculous birth of her son, Samuel. This story highlights the importance of taking action, trusting in God's plan, and responding to His call.

Through these narratives, the sermon encourages listeners to stand up in faith, trust in God's timing, and respond to His guidance, ensuring that their lives align with His divine will. It is a call to live a life of holiness, engage with the community, and lead families in righteousness.

Thank you for joining us today. You can find a copy of this sermon, other sermons, and the sermon outline on our church's website, www.mvcnaz.org. We pray that you will seek a church home that recognizes the authority of the Bible.

Thank you for joining us today. You can find a copy of this sermon, other sermons, and the sermon outline on our church's website, www.mvcnaz.org. We pray that you will seek a church home that recognizes the authority of the Bible.

With Pastor Mike Curry,

“Hannah’s Journey from Barrenness to Blessing”

1 Samuel 1:9-28

Introduction: A Life-Changing Accident Hannah’s Journey

I. Hannah Takes Action – God Hears

a. She stood up (v. 9)

b. She wept and prayed (v.10)

c. She made a vow (v. 11)

i. vow – a voluntary promise to God to perform some service or do something pleasing to him, in return for some hoped-for benefits

II. Hannah Trusts God – God Moves

a. She kept praying (v. 12-16)

 

b. She received a blessing (v. 17)

i. Her demeanor changed (v. 18)

c. The Lord remembered her (v. 19)

III. Hannah Responds to God – God Accepts

a. She gives birth to a son – Samuel “asked of the Lord” (v. 20)

b. She dedicated him fully to the Lord (v. 28)

c. Hannah Praises God – 1 Samuel 2:1-11

IV. Application:

a. We must take action!

b. We must trust God.

c. We must respond to God.