Long ago, the Israelites lived in the Promised Land. In a peaceful place called Shiloh, they built the Tabernacle to hold the golden Ark of the Covenant, a special reminder of God’s presence.

Hannah was very sad because she had no children. She went to the Tabernacle and prayed with all her heart, promising that if God gave her a son, he would serve the Lord forever.

God heard Hannah’s prayer and gave her a son named Samuel. When he was old enough, she brought him to live at the Tabernacle to help Eli the priest, visiting him every year with a new coat.

One night, while Samuel was sleeping, he heard a voice calling his name. He ran to Eli three times, thinking the priest had called him, but Eli realized it was actually God speaking.

Following Eli’s advice, the next time Samuel heard the voice, he answered, 'Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.' God gave Samuel an important message, and he grew up to be a great prophet.

The Israelites faced many troubles and lost a battle against their enemies. The Ark was taken, and Eli passed away. It was a sad time, but Samuel encouraged the people to return to God.

After God helped the Israelites defeat their enemies, Samuel set up a large stone named Ebenezer. He said, 'Thus far the Lord has helped us,' as a reminder of God’s mercy and strength.

When Samuel grew old, the people asked for a king to lead them. Samuel was sad because God was their true King, but God told him to listen and choose a leader for the nation.

Samuel anointed Saul as the first king. At first, Saul was humble, but later he disobeyed God. Samuel told him that obeying God is much better than offering many sacrifices.

Because Saul disobeyed, God chose a young shepherd named David to be the next king. Samuel’s life teaches us to be honest, stay humble, and always say, 'Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.'