The Ark Was Captured (1 Samuel 4-6)
Hey parents! This week we discussed 1 Samuel 4, where we see the Israelites' mistake of seeking God’s blessings without seeking God Himself. When they reduced the ark of the covenant to a mere good luck charm, they experienced disaster. The ark, which symbolized God's promise to dwell with His people, was captured by the Philistines, but God used what appeared to be defeat to show His power over false gods and His judgment on sin. Just as God’s might was revealed in the ark’s return, it foreshadowed the greater victory of Christ’s resurrection. Let’s help the kids understand that our hope isn't in good fortune, but in the salvation Christ offers through faith.
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