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1 Samuel 12:24 · KJV

"Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you."

King James Version

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Passage Context

22For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it hath pleased the LORD to make you his people.
23Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way:
24Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you.
25But if ye shall still do wickedly, ye shall be consumed, both ye and your king.

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Devotional Reflection

LoveJoyPeaceGratitudeHopeAwe

God is great and powerful. He's free to do anything He wants. So, isn't it amazing that God chooses to bless us out of all the things He could do? God gives us material blessings, spiritual blessings, big things, small things, hope, relief from pain, blessings now, blessings in the future, blessings...

Prayer

God, thank you for being so kind and giving to me in so many ways. Please use my life to bless other people and bring honor to you. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

1

How do you show your fear of the Lord in daily life?

2

What great things has God done for you that you can remember?

3

When have you struggled to serve God with your whole heart?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on God's faithfulness in your life and express gratitude through worship.

service

Find a way to serve in your community that reflects your commitment to God.

People in This Verse

SamuelOT

Samuel became a major prophet and leader in Israel, anointing the first two kings. His birth was a direct answer to Hannah's fervent prayers.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 1:20

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