Hannah' Prayer 

Hannah's heart was heavy,

For she was very sad.

She longed for her own child,

However, none she had.

In sorrow, Hannah prayed,

"Lord, please give me a son!

My arms are so empty.

All I ask is for one.

"If you answer my prayer

And give me a child,

I'll give him back to you

While he's tender and mild.

The Lord answered Hannah's plea

When He heard her request.

She had a little baby--

A son! Her life was blest!

Then Hannah brought Samuel

To Eli one day.

And Samuel serve the Lord

And followed God's way.

Written September 17, 2000

Copyright Rachel L. Keller