Eli was certainly an example of a bad father, and yet God allowed him to raise Samuel in the Lord’s House. The main sin that he committed was when his sons did wickedly, blaspheming God, he did not restrain, correct, or chastise them.

Good fathers lovingly and firmly correct their children when they err. In doing so, they retain God’s favor and blessing upon their families.

DAILY PRAYER: Lord, Your ways are higher than our ways. You want us to bring correction to our children. You want them to become like Samuel who served you faithfully his entire life.

DAILY READING: 1 Sam. 3-6