1 SAMUEL 7

SAMUEL TRUSTS GOD + MEMORIALIZES HIS FAITHFULNESS

Samuel instructs the nation of Israel to put away false gods and turn their hearts to God. Together they gather at a place called Mizpah, repent of their sin, and fast.

Samuel reminds the Israelites to continually trust God for salvation from the Philistines. Samuel cries out to God on Israel’s behalf and offers a lamb as a sacrifice.

God listens to the cries of Israel, and they are able to defeat the Philistines. Samuel sets up a stone at Mizpah and calls it “Ebenezer” meaning “Thus far, God has helped us.” Samuel is intentional about remembering what God has done for them.