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1 Samuel 7:8 · KJV

"And the children of Israel said to Samuel, Cease not to cry unto the LORD our God for us, that he will save us out of the hand of the Philistines."

King James Version

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Passage Context

6And they gathered together to Mizpeh, and drew water, and poured it out before the LORD, and fasted on that day, and said there, We have sinned against the LORD. And Samuel judged the children of Israel in Mizpeh.
7And when the Philistines heard that the children of Israel were gathered together to Mizpeh, the lords of the Philistines went up against Israel. And when the children of Israel heard it, they were afraid of the Philistines.
8And the children of Israel said to Samuel, Cease not to cry unto the LORD our God for us, that he will save us out of the hand of the Philistines.
9And Samuel took a sucking lamb, and offered it for a burnt offering wholly unto the LORD: and Samuel cried unto the LORD for Israel; and the LORD heard him.
10And as Samuel was offering up the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to battle against Israel: but the LORD thundered with a great thunder on that day upon the Philistines, and discomfited them; and they were smitten before Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you seek God's help in difficult times?

2

What does it mean for you to cry out to God?

3

When have you felt the need for intercession in your life?

Life Application

prayer

Make prayer a priority in your life, especially when facing challenges, and encourage others to do the same.

community

Engage with your community to support one another in prayer and seeking God’s guidance.

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

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

The plea for Samuel to intercede reflects the New Testament theme of Jesus as our intercessor before God, emphasizing the importance of prayer for deliverance.

See also: Romans 8:34

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