Key Verse: “I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.“ (Matthew 26:29, KJV)

Just like Joshua, Samuel also had a great mission in his life. He was called to be a powerful judge in Israel (1 Sam. 7:15), bridging the gap between Saul and David. The Word of God describes Samuel’s influence in these terms:

“Samuel grew, and the Lord was with him and let none of his words fall to the ground.“ (1 Samuel 3:19, ISV)

Pay close attention: it was not the words of the Lord that did not fall to the ground, but those of Samuel. In other words, Samuel had become such a powerful man of God that when he spoke, heaven backed him up. I see heaven backing up your words!

To prepare Samuel for greatness, the first blessing that God granted him was a spiritual father named Eli. Eli often addressed him in these terms: “Samuel, my son!“ (1 Samuel 3:15-16, KJV).

Samuel’s biological father was Elkanah (1 Samuel 1:1, 4, 8). Eli was his spiritual father. It was through him that the grace of greatness flowed into Samuel’s life. I see greatness flowing into your life! The Eli that God has placed over your life must be more than a leader; he must be a father. This is how you will step into your destiny; this is how you will possess your kingdom.

Prayer

Almighty God, who changes hearts, give me today the heart of a son for the glory of Your name. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Application

How do you think the spiritual father that God has placed in your life will contribute to your success? How will you begin to appreciate this person?

This text is an excerpt from the book “THE ROYAL FAMILY: THE ROLE OF SPIRITUAL PARENTS IN OUR LIVES“ by Pastor Gregory Toussaint.

We invite you to read the next article: “ELISHA HAD A SPIRITUAL FATHER.”