In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the hosts explore the transition from Exodus to Samuel, focusing on the story of Hannah. They discuss themes of God's promises, the important role of women in biblical narratives, and the theological significance of Hannah's prayer and song, which sets the stage for the anointing of kings and the unfolding of God's plan through the prophets.

Commentary on 1 Samuel 1:9-11, 19-20; 2:1-10 by Jacqueline E. Lapsley: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-answers-hannah-2/commentary-on-1-samuel-19-11-19-20-21-10-3.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

Watch the Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eTyB_53F12I.