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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2025 · 1H 2M

Study 1: 1 Samuel: 1-20: Trent Evans

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Heard by God This study in the book of 1 Samuel, focuses not only on the historical transition from the era of judges to the rise of kings, but also on the spiritual transformation that occurs when God's people learn to trust His sovereignty and timing. Through the story of Hannah, we are invited to consider how personal heartache and unanswered prayers can shape us for God’s greater purpose. Her weeping, provocation, and eventual surrender reveal a powerful truth: God's delays are not His denials. As Hannah yields her desires to God’s will, we witness the beauty of transformation—from anguish to peace, from barrenness to life, and from personal longing to prophetic legacy. This study challenges listeners to evaluate how they respond to the struggles of others, and encourages a heart posture that aligns personal desires with God's purpose. Ultimately, the story reminds us that in seasons of silence and waiting, we are still heard by God.

Heard by God This study in the book of 1 Samuel, focuses not only on the historical transition from the era of judges to the rise of kings, but also on the spiritual transformation that occurs when God's people learn to trust His sovereignty and timing. Through the story of Hannah, we are invited to consider how personal heartache and unanswered prayers can shape us for God’s greater purpose. Her weeping, provocation, and eventual surrender reveal a powerful truth: God's delays are not His denials. As Hannah yields her desires to God’s will, we witness the beauty of transformation—from anguish to peace, from barrenness to life, and from personal longing to prophetic legacy. This study challenges listeners to evaluate how they respond to the struggles of others, and encourages a heart posture that aligns personal desires with God's purpose. Ultimately, the story reminds us that in seasons of silence and waiting, we are still heard by God.

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