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1 Samuel 7:12 · KJV

"Then Samuel took a stone, and set it between Mizpeh and Shen, and called the name of it Eben-ezer, saying, Hitherto hath the LORD helped us."

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Passage Context

10And as Samuel was offering up the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to battle against Israel: but the LORD thundered with a great thunder on that day upon the Philistines, and discomfited them; and they were smitten before Israel.
11And the men of Israel went out of Mizpeh, and pursued the Philistines, and smote them, until they came under Beth-car.
12Then Samuel took a stone, and set it between Mizpeh and Shen, and called the name of it Eben-ezer, saying, Hitherto hath the LORD helped us.
13So the Philistines were subdued, and they came no more into the coast of Israel: and the hand of the LORD was against the Philistines all the days of Samuel.
14And the cities which the Philistines had taken from Israel were restored to Israel, from Ekron even unto Gath; and the coasts thereof did Israel deliver out of the hands of the Philistines. And there was peace between Israel and the Amorites.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you remember God's faithfulness in your life?

2

What does it mean to you to mark significant spiritual milestones?

3

When have you felt God's help in a tangible way?

Life Application

remembrance

Create a practice of marking significant moments in your spiritual journey to remind you of God's faithfulness.

testimony

Share your stories of God's help with others to encourage their faith.

People in This Verse

SamuelOT

Samuel became a major prophet and leader in Israel, anointing the first two kings. His birth was a direct answer to Hannah's fervent prayers.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 1:20

Places in This Verse

Mizpeh

Mizpeh was a significant gathering place for the Israelites and a site of important events in their history.

Shen

Shen is mentioned as a location in the context of Israel's history, though its exact identification is uncertain.

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