The Sudbrock Scoop

What is the meaning of the name Eli?

Last night, at our teen meeting, We watched Max Lucado's cartoon "You are Special." It was exciting to see how wonderfully God can use such a medium. The simple story telling was also very deep and broad. The cartoon touches on topics such as creation, sin, man's judgment God's forgiveness, repentance, salvation, justification, and sanctification to name a few. I, personally, was reminded that we are called to bring the gospel to the poor in spirit. Because they are prepared to receive the gospel. It was also clear that each individual must come to the Lord on his own volition. One may think, duh, but in a culture where the "Church" teaches that they are the owners of salvation, that truth is completely hidden, new, strange, and scary Just as Punchinello got scared in Eli's workshop, many run for the door at the moment of decision.

Please pray for our little group of new believers. They are so excited about their faith. They are truly interested in passing it on. I can't tell you how that encourages me. Please pray for M and also for L. They are both struggling at the door of salvation. Until now, they always have run off when they come to the end of the diving board of decision.

At the end of our discussion, the question was ask, " Is there significance to the name Eli?" Sometimes, no matter how clear it is, the truth can be overlooked.