Is failing to pray for others a sin? Samuel’s words seem to indicate that it is. His actions illustrate two responsibilities of God’s people in this area: (1) We should pray consistently for others (Ephesians 6:18), and (2) we should teach others the right way to God (2 Timothy 2:2). Samuel disagreed with the Israelites’ demand for a king, but he assured them that he would continue to pray for them and teach them. We may disagree with others, but we shouldn’t stop praying for them.