1 Samuel 7:2-17 | Repentance & Renewal

In 1 Samuel 4-6 we see Israel suffer a major defeat at the hands of the Philistines and the ark of the covenant is captured, only to single-handedly defeat the Philistines and return back to Israel. This week, Israel, through the leadership of Samuel, finally repents and turns back to the LORD. The Philistines attack once again but this time the LORD rescues them and God’s people experience spiritual renewal. This whole story is meant to gives us a picture of real repentance.