What if the first thing God said to you wasn’t comforting—but confronting? In this episode, we step into 1 Samuel 3, where young Samuel’s first encounter with God brings not encouragement, but a heavy message of judgment for the man who raised him. Through a story of an unforgettable theatre moment gone unexpectedly quiet, we explore how meeting God rarely unfolds the way we imagine. Sometimes His voice disrupts before it restores, convicting before it comforts. This is a reflection on courage, surrender, and learning to trust that even God’s hardest words are still good.

In this episode, we step into the stillness of 1 Samuel 3 and the astonishing moment when the Lord came and stood beside a young boy and called him by name. Alongside a modern story of a woman who simply kept showing up to serve breakfast, we explore how God often works through steady presence rather than dramatic moments. With Eli’s quiet guidance and Samuel’s humble posture, we reflect on what it means to notice God’s nearness, to offer our lives in ordinary faithfulness, and to recognize that small, consistent acts can become sacred ground.

What happens when God keeps calling… and you keep missing it? In this episode of This Way, we explore the relentless grace of a God who doesn’t give up on us. Through the powerful story of David Ring and the biblical calling of young Samuel in 1 Samuel 3, we uncover a surprising truth: God isn’t limited by our weakness, our fear, or our slow response. If you’ve ever wondered whether you missed your chance, this episode is an invitation to listen again — because sometimes the call comes back, quietly and persistently, until we finally say yes.