1. 1 Samuel 7:1–17 (ESV)
  2. Application

Revelation of God the Father

1 Samuel 7:1–17 (ESV)

1 And the men of Kiriath-jearim came and took up the ark of the LORD and brought it to the house of Abinadab on the hill. And they consecrated his son Eleazar to have charge of the ark of the LORD.

What does 1 Samuel 7 reveal about who God the Father is? The Lord is God. He is not an idol like Baal or Ashtaroth. He demands exclusive allegiance.

The Lord is powerful. He controls nature.

The Lord is gracious. He blesses his people even though they have not been perfectly obedient.

The Lord is faithful. Covenant disobedience is met with covenant curses. Covenant obedience (albeit imperfect) is met with covenant blessings.