WEEK 4: FRIENDS - PASTOR LYLE PHILLIPS Pastor Lyle Phillips delivered a powerful message from 1 Samuel 1:1-20, using Hannah’s story to illustrate the theme of desperation. Despite being loved, Hannah felt barren and prayed desperately for a child, especially in comparison to her fruitful counterpart, Peninnah. Pastor Lyle emphasized that in times of desperation, we may face distractions such as competition, comparison, well-meaning people, and even a double portion, but true desperation leads to breakthroughs when we keep pursuing God. This desperation can drive us closer to God, resulting in blessings that should enhance our fellowship with Him, not diminish it. We pray this message reminds us to maintain our fervor and recognize the blessings that come from desperately pursuing God. Scripture References 1 Samuel 1:1-20 ESV