“Hannah And The Power Of Praise”
Saturday, April 12, 2025Key Verse
“And Hannah prayed, and said, My heart rejoiceth in the LORD, mine horn is exalted in the LORD: my mouth is enlarged over mine enemies; because I rejoice in thy salvation” (1 Samuel 2:1).
Text —1 Samuel 2:1-10
Message
The place of praise and thanksgiving cannot be over emphasized in the life of a Christian youth. C.S. Lewis rightly said, “The place of praise is the place of supernatural encounters, for God is fearful in praise.” Only in the act of praise and worship can a man learn to appreciate the goodness and greatness of God. God expects Christian youths to praise Him at all times especially after He has done a notable miracle in their lives. After the miraculous healing of the ten Lepers from their miserable condition, only one of them remembered to go back to Jesus and expressed his gratitude. Christ commended and blessed him (Luke 17:11-19).
In our text, Hannah expressed gratitude to God for granting her request in giving her a son. As a result, God gave her three more sons and two daughters. Christian youths must develop the habit of thanking God at all times be it for healing, divine provision or exam success. Have you praised God, today? If not, why not do it now?
Quote
Hannah expressed gratitude to God
Challenge
In everything, give thanks to God.
Prayer for today
O Lord, give me the grace to praise you always.