October 19-25, 2025
I recently spent some time with Hannah in the pages of Scripture. She went through a lot to reach a surrendered heart.
One beautiful example in this story is Hannah’s husband, Elkanah. He gave Hannah a double portion of the sacrifice because of his love for her, even in her barrenness. His devotion reminds us that love is not tied to productivity or success. Hannah was cherished simply because she was his beloved. This mirrors how God loves us. Our value is not diminished by what we lack or by seasons of waiting.
Through her suffering, Hannah clung to God in prayer. In pouring out her anguish, she discovered that the beloved are not ignored but heard. She entrusted her deepest longing to the One who loved her most, and in that surrender her faith grew.
God transformed her not only by giving her a son but by reshaping her heart. When she received Samuel, she surrendered him back to God. Belovedness is not about clinging to gifts but living open-handed before the Giver. From this trust came Samuel, the prophet who anointed Israel’s kings.
Hannah’s song resounds with the confidence of the beloved: “My heart rejoices in the Lord.” Her praise declared that God’s love overturns shame and rewrites every story.
I hope you find companionship with her in your study this month.
This week's Bible reading: 1 Samuel: 1:12-28
Day 1 - Hannah is declaring God’s own character back to him. He is her Horn of Salvation, her Deliverer, the Holy One, and the Rock. What name of God do you need to declare over today?
Day 2 - The Lord weighs out deeds. Where have you spoken in arrogance? Confession is the simple act of telling God sorry for what He already knows you did to hurt Him or others. Talk to Him about it and ask for help.
Day 3 - Verse 6 reflects that Hannah was familiar with God bringing her death and life - ultimately, life through Samuel. What thing do you need God to bring to life in your journey?
Day 4 - Where do you need the Lord to guard your feet or keep you from walking in darkness? Explore your week and ask God to shed light on any area you may be walking in darkness. Consider your areas of consumption: food, social media, other technology, reading material, etc.
Day 5 - The Most High brings thunder from heaven. What storm do you have brewing and where do you need God to bring thunder?
Challenge: Take time to re-read Hannah’s prayer. Then, take the answers you journalled above and write your own prayer. Invite God into your needs today.
Prayer Prompts and Bible Readings are provided by Michele Bowden and Lisa Brass, Coaches with Visual Faith™ Ministry. Find them on our Creative Devotion page, on Instagram @victoryinart and @aworthylif, and on the web at victoryinart.com.