I Have Walked Before You...

“I Have Walked Before You…”
1 Samuel 12:1-6
Introduction: A renewal of the Covenant
a. Preamble
b. Historical prologue
c. Stipulations, sanctions, warnings, vows
Tonight
- the Preamble:
- a review of Samuel’s work among them
- points ahead to Christ
- establishes a pattern for believers

1. He served with faithfulness
   Why should we work hard?
   a. It reflects on our relationship with God
   b. It is not in vain
   c. There is so much to be done!
   II. He served as a man above reproach
   a. He makes himself vulnerable
   b. He stands in the shadow of Jesus Christ
   c. He stands as an example
   i. For those in leadership
   ii. For all believers