Sermons on 1 Samuel 3:8-9:

God’s Calling Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon will explore the concept of God's call to every individual for salvation and service, emphasizing the need to discern this call amidst life's distractions.

Welcome church family! I’m very excited today as we begin a powerful 3-week series together. Called & Anointed draws upon the testimonies of Samuel the prophet and David, the king of Israel. A.W. Tozer once said, "God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we plan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7

Topics: God's Calling, Salvation, Apostolic Power

Sermon Series: Called & Anointed

God's Calling Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

We are all called by God to salvation and service, but we must learn to hear and answer His call amidst the interference in our lives.

Hey! Welcome! We're going to dive into some cool stories about Samuel and David and see what they can teach us about God's call in our lives. A.W. Tozer once said, 'God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we only plan things we can do ourselves.' So, let's get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7

Topics: Divine Guidance, Spiritual Discernment, Faithful Obedience, Prophetic Calling

Hearing The Voice Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The voice of the Holy Spirit is a treasure that every believer must learn to value and cultivate. In this age of noise, confusion, and deception, the ability to hear and follow His voice will determine whether we walk in victory or defeat.

HEARING THE VOICE OF THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 2:7 Supporting Texts: John 10:27, Romans 8:14, Isaiah 30:21, 1 Samuel 3:9-10, Hebrews 3:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit is one of the most vital aspects of the Christian walk. Throughout ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:7, John 10:27, Romans 8:14, Isaiah 30:21, 1 Samuel 3:9-10, Hebrews 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B-- Pointing Out The Lamb Of God

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 15, 2023

The suggested response for how to process that and thank him is simply to be his friend.

In all the artwork that portrays our Gospel scene today, the artists show John the Baptist pointing at Jesus, often with his whole arm extended, saying, "Behold, the Lamb of God." The only people who are allowed to point at others, and even yell, are Drill Sergeants! John was not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:3-19, John 1:35-42

Denomination: Catholic

"speak Lord, We Are Listening"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 11, 2024

A sermon about the importance of being immersed in the Word of God.

“Speak, Lord, We are Listening” 1 Samuel 3:1-4a The passage begins in darkness, not just the kind of darkness we experience at night, although it is nighttime. We are told that “the lamp of God had not yet gone out.” The lamp of God, according to Exodus 27, was supposed to burn from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Let Christ Liberate You From Slavery

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 12, 2024

If you suspect the voice you hear is divine, then tell God you are listening and then shut up and listen.

Second Sunday in Course 2024 Samuel was a prophet, but he was not aware of that until he was literally shaken from sleep by God. Old Eli wasn’t a prophet, but after three divine attempts to get his and Samuel’s attention, he finally either got the message or was so irritated that instead of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:13-20, John 1:35-42, 1 Samuel 3:3-19

Denomination: Catholic

Called

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 15, 2024

A sermon for the Second Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

January 14, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Samuel 3:1-10; John 1:43-51 Called Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our scriptural texts today center on being called. We meet the young boy Samuel who is awakened in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Hearing And Heeding God's Call

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

Discerning God's voice can be challenging in a world filled with distractions and noise. However, as we delve into Samuel's story in the Bible, we discover that God's voice is ever-present, ready to guide us if we are willing to listen.

Discerning God's voice can be challenging in a world filled with distractions and noise. However, as we delve into Samuel's story in the Bible, we discover that God's voice is ever-present, ready to guide us if we are willing to listen. Samuel lived during a tumultuous transition ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Simple Man

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 17, 2024

In the reading today there many simple folks who simply do what they can and the results are not so simple or common.

“Simple Man” 1 Samuel 3:1-10, (11-20) 1. Samuel was just that a simple man ? He was a worker in the Temple as an apprentice to Eli, the high priest. ? Samuel got there because his mother, Hannah, had prayed and prayed to the Lord that she might have a son. ? When Samuel was born, Hannah made a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

1 And 2 Samuel: The Calling Of Three Great Men, What Is God’s Will For You? Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 16, 2025

Books 1 and 2 of Samuel recount a time in history and of God's narrative of redemption. Three man called and their responses to their individual calls. God's will how do we respond?

1 and 2 Samuel a fly over, and a look at calling. What is God’s will for you? 1 Samuel 3:8-10. The following gives an understanding of the two books of Samuel, this is not my work but is well worth listening to, it comes from Biblies.net. I will tell you when I am speaking my own words soon. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:8-10, 1 Samuel 3:1, 1 Samuel 3:11-14, 1 Samuel 9:15-17, 1 Samuel 16:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Speak Lord, I'm Listening PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024

Encourages us to listen and respond to God's voice, aligning our lives with His will.

Good morning, dear friends. I hope this day finds you well and your hearts open to the divine wisdom that is about to unfold. There's a palpable energy in the air today, a sense of expectancy, a feeling that we are on the cusp of something extraordinary. We find ourselves today standing on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-9

Topics: Word Of The Lord, Revealed

Here I Am PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon encourages us to recognize God's call, surrender our desires, obey His commands, and showcase humility, following the example of the prophet Samuel.

Good morning, beloved congregation. We gather here today, united not by blood, nor by nationality, but by a shared love and reverence for our Lord. We are all familiar with the hushed whispers of our hearts, the gentle nudges that guide us towards our divine purpose. These whispers, these nudges, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Topics: Heart, Here I Am

It's A Good Thing You Know Who's Calling You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024

This sermon explores God's call to service, using Samuel's story to inspire us to respond willingly and become soul winners for God's kingdom.

Good morning, dear friends. It is indeed a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to bask in His presence, and to learn from His Word. Today, we have the privilege of turning our hearts and minds to the book of 1 Samuel, specifically chapter three, verses one through ten. This passage, my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Topics: Submitting, Call