Ruth and Naomi
This is how Ruth is related to Naomi
What is "Daughter in Law"
In 1 Saumel 1:10, it says: "And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the Lord, and wept sore." This is what Hannah was praying and longing for:
What is "she wanted to have a child""
The priest at the temple who taught Samuel
Who is "Eli"?
What is "God wants to communicate with you"
How does the Lord speak to you?
1 Kings 19: 11-12
Still Small Voice
The name of both of Naomi's daughters in law
Ruth and Orpah
The name of Hannah's child
What is "Samuel"?
Samuel had trouble sleeping one night. Why?
He thought he heard the voice of the Lord.
Complete the Statement: The Holy Ghost Speaks to you in your _________ and your ___________.
Mind and Heart
How does the Lord speak to you?
3 Nephi 11:3-7
Voice pierced their souls, caused their hearts to burn
Who is Boaz?
This is what Hannah promised to the Lord if he would give her a son
He would grow up to serve the Lord (at the temple)
How many times did the Samuel hear the voice before he asked the Lord to speak to him?
1 Samuel
4 times
Name one of the promised blessings in Chapter 2.
The Holy Ghost will Comfort and Guide You, You can receive Spiritual Gifts.
How does the Lord speak to you?
Doctrine and Covenants 6:22-23
Speaks peace to your mind
This is one way Ruth showed her faith in God.
Stayed with Naomi, kept her covenants, etc.
What would you tell someone who was praying for something for a long time, but not receiving what they wanted? How could they keep their faith strong?
Any reasonable and serious answer will be acccepted.
How do we show we are willing when we hear the Lord speak?
Obedience, asking for more revelation
Name two invitations in the Strength of Youth, Chapter 2
Receive the Holy Ghost, Seek Heavenly Father in Prayer, Hear God's Voice in the Scriptures, Act on Impressions you Receive
How does the Lord speak to you?
Doctrine and Covenants 8:2-3
Tell you in your mind and in your heart
Two spiritual lessons we can learn from the story of Ruth and Naomi.
Importance of ministering/service, importance of covenants, etc.
One spiritual lesson we can learn from Hannah's experience.
The Lord hears us even if he doesn't answer our prayers the way or timing that we expect, etc.
One spiritual lesson we can learn from Samuel experience.
Share an experience where you felt the Spirit
How does the Lord speak to you?
Doctrine and Covenants 9:7-9