And Jesus increased in wisdom and in years and in divine and human favor.
The child grew and became strong in spirit, and he was in the wilderness until the day he appeared publicly to Israel.
The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom, and the favor of God was upon him.
The one who serves Christ in this way is acceptable to God and has human approval.
Now the boy Samuel continued to grow both in stature and in favor with the Lord and with the people.