1 Samuel 1

It took me about 5 minutes to read the story of the birth of Samuel. Every time Samuel heard his name he knew that his life was a direct answer to prayer. That would be a tremendous honor and challenge in which to mature. But his name was also a constant reassurance; God hears the prayers of the downcast and insulted, and he responds.  I wonder how many times during his life that the mention of his name reminded Samuel that God would answer if he would only ask.
Stuart