1. Lessons from Eli
~ 1 Sam. 1-4

2. As a Person of God
Eli was found where he belonged (sitting by the tabernacle) doing what he was supposed to be doing (1 Sam. 1:9).
Was not afraid to speak up and rebuke displeasing behavior (1 Sam. 1:12-14).
He was able to be reasoned with (1 Sam. 1:17).
Appealed to God through worship (1 Sam. 1:17).

3. As a Person of God
The word of the LORD was not as prevalent at that time, yet Eli is perceptive (1 Sam. 3:8-9).
He wanted to know the LORD’s words to Samuel, though he perceived it would not be favorable toward him (1 Sam. 3:17).
Was wise to accept God’s judgment on him & his house (1 Sam. 3:18).
Was troubled over the ark of God being taken into battle; news of it being captured shocked him the most of all the news (1 Sam. 4:13, 17-18).

4. Eli as a Father
His sons were known for being corrupt priests who did not know God (1 Sam. 2:12).
Eli’s sons caused other men to abhor the offering of the Lord (1 Sam. 2:17).
Words are not always enough… He failed to enact discipline, so the nation becomes undisciplined (1 Sam. 2:22-36).
Eli instructed Samuel to be a servant of the Lord (1 Sam. 3:9), yet he still had not restrained his own sons (1 Sam. 3:13-14).

5. Lessons from Eli
~ 1 Sam. 1-4

6. Only those who obey God will receive salvation from sin (Mt. 7:21; Heb
Hear the gospel of Jesus Christ (Rom. 10:14,17).
Believe in Jesus Christ (Acts 16:30-33).
Repent of all your past sins (Acts 17:30-31).
Confess your faith in Jesus Christ (Acts 8:35-37).
Be baptized (immersed in water) into Jesus Christ (Acts 8:38; 22:16).
After becoming saved, live a faithful/righteous life to remain saved (1 Tim. 4:16; 1 Jn. 1:7).
Eternal life in heaven awaits only those who are faithful/righteous (1 Pet. 1:3-5; Mt. 25:34).