TRUSTING IN THE ARK, NOT IN GOD
1 Samuel 4:1
The predictions against Eli's house now begin to be fulfilled. It was
fitting for Israel to institute an inquiry into the causes of defeat.
This is always the first step toward victory. There was no doubt as to
the ancient Covenant with Israel; the one... [ Continue Reading ]
THE GLORY DEPARTED FROM ISRAEL
1 Samuel 4:12
Notwithstanding their high hopes, disaster again overtook the hosts of
Israel. No symbols of God will help us, until we have put away our
idols and laid our hearts bare before Him.
The bad news traveled quickly over the land and everywhere brought
disma... [ Continue Reading ]