17 - 23 November 2024
Worship Together
17 - 23 November 2024
What song shall we sing?
1 Samuel 1:4-20Hannah, the childless wife of Elkanah, presents herself before the Lord at Shiloh and asks for a son, who she promises to give back to God. Observing her fervent prayer, Eli accuses her of drunkenness, but then blesses her. In due time, Hannah gives birth to her son, Samuel. Hannah’s subsequent song of praise celebrates how God reverses the fortunes of the poor and powerless while overturning the might of the powerful.
These passages from 1 Samuel prompt reflection about the different kinds of song that we sing, and the different circumstances that our songs come from. As we explore the words of Hannah’s song, we ask: what song shall we sing today?
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Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Proper 28 Year B
1 Samuel 1:4-20
1 Samuel 2:1-10
Hebrews 10.11-14(15-18)19-25
Mark 13.1-8
