Glimpses of Jesus

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Ichabod means the glory departs! It’s one of the saddest names in the Bible. How can we make sure it’s not a description of our lives?

This episode looks at 1 Samuel chapters 4-5. It’s part of our Glimpses of Jesus series; a series of videos that examine the main events in the Old Testament and look at how they point us to Jesus and salvation in him.

Here are some questions designed to help you to dig in deeper and think through how the message impacts your own life. These can be used by yourself, but we find there’s real value in working through these with someone else or in a group.

  • What struck you most in the talk?
  • Read 1 Samuel 4:1-5. What’s missing from the actions of the elders of Israel and what does this tell us about their view of God?
  • How can we avoid falling into the same trap as Israel – going through religious motions without seeking God’s presence?
  • Read Luke 23:44-49. What does the tearing of the temple curtain symbolise and how can this give us confidence that we can live in the presence God now and forever?
  • How will these truths change your life this week?
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    Glimpses of JesusBy Whittlesey Baptist Church