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May 2025
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The Ark of the Covenant is Stolen

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# 149 - The Ark of the Covenant is Stolen - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel suffers a devastating defeat as the Ark of the Covenant is taken by the Philistines and Eli’s family faces tragic consequences. The story reveals the danger of treating holy things as tools for personal gain, and reminds us that God’s presence cannot be manipulated.

Episode 149 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Isaiah 55:8, “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord.

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Show Notes:

(01:06) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(02:10) The Ark of the Covenant is Stolen

(20:32) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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