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May 9 (1 Samuel 1–2; Psalm 118; 1 Corinthians 12–13)

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Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry
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May 9, 2026
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Summary

A meditative reading of 1 Samuel, Psalm 118, and 1 Corinthians 12–13. The text explores the contrast between the faithfulness of Hannah and the corruption of Eli's lineage, framed by the enduring necessity of love.

Topics

  • 1 Samuel
  • Psalm 118
  • 1 Corinthians
  • Hannah
  • Samuel
  • Spiritual Gifts
  • Christian Love
  • Biblical Narrative

Highlights

  • Main idea: The sovereignty of God is demonstrated through the reversal of fortunes, lifting the needy and humbling the mighty
  • Practical takeaway: Spiritual gifts are diverse and functional, yet they are meaningless without the foundation of patient and kind love
  • Failure mode: The corruption of Eli's sons serves as a warning against treating sacred offerings and divine responsibilities with contempt
  • Main idea: True strength is found in the interdependence of the 'body,' where even the weakest members are indispensable
  • Practical takeaway: Hannah's example shows that sincere, fervent prayer can lead to the fulfillment of deep personal petitions

Chapters

  1. 1:00 Hannah's Petition: Hannah's fervent prayer for a son and her vow to dedicate him to the Lord.
  2. 4:30 The Song of Hannah: A poetic reflection on God's power to humble the proud and exalt the lowly.
  3. 5:30 The Corruption of Eli's House: The misconduct of Eli's sons and the divine judgment foretold by a man of God.
  4. 9:50 Psalm 118: Trust in the Lord: A declaration of God's steadfast love and finding refuge in Him during distress.
  5. 11:10 The Body of Christ: An examination of spiritual gifts and the unity of the church as a single body.
  6. 14:50 The More Excellent Way: The supremacy of love over tongues, prophecy, and knowledge.