Encountering the Word of the Lord: Samuel's Prophetic Calling

The chapter delves into the calling of Samuel to be a prophet in first Samuel chapter three, emphasizing the significance of encountering the Word of the Lord as a visual experience rather than just hearing a voice. It explores the parallels between Samuel's prophetic call, Jeremiah's call, and Saint Paul's apostolic call, highlighting the direct interaction and communication with Yahweh involved in these encounters. The chapter also discusses the concept of rebellion against the word of the Lord, portrayed as an offense against the individual issuing the command, and touches on instances from the Old Testament where people rebelled against the angel of the Lord.