The story of Hannah in 1 Samuel reveals the transformation of a woman plagued with the deepest unmet desire, who finds a way to bring this painful longing to God and place it securely in His hands. Through her trust in God, Hannah's life transforms into one of fulfilled hope, even as her earthly desire remains unmet. From Hannah's story, we get a first hand glimpse of the redemptive arc of salvation, marked by the arrival of Samuel and ultimately foreshadowing Jesus, the perfect son in whom we can place our living hope.
