# Losing God in Religion

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Podcast: [Second Baptist Church](https://stenobird.com/podcast/second-baptist-church-6577031)
Published: 2026-03-02T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week, Pastor Jim walks us through 1 Samuel 4–7, where we see both the consequences of misplaced trust and the faithfulness of God to restore His people. Israel treated the ark like a good luck charm and suffered defeat, but even in their failure, God proved that His power is not limited or controlled by anyone. As the ark is returned and the people turn from their idols, we see a powerful moment of repentance and renewal under Samuel’s leadership. Scripture: 1 Samuel 4-7 Recorded: March ...

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