Jesus became wiser and stronger. He also became more and more pleasing to God and to people.
The child grew up, and his spirit became strong. He lived in the desert until he appeared openly to Israel.
And the child grew and became strong. He was very wise. He was blessed by God’s grace.
Those who serve Christ in this way are pleasing to God. They are pleasing to people too.
The boy Samuel continued to grow stronger. He also became more and more pleasing to the Lord and to people.