“The Ark of the Lord remained in the house of Obed-Edom the Gittite for three months.” 1 Samuel 6:11

Obed-Edom had no knowledge of the Ark showing up at his door. Things were sad and shocking for him. Uzzah had tried to save the Ark from falling and he died trying to save it when the ox stumbled. That violated the holiness of the Ark and Uzzah paid the price by touching the Ark.

David and all the people were filled with fear and brought the Ark to the house of Obed-Edom where it stayed for three months. This was a great surprise to Obed- Edom to have the Ark in his house.

As he and his family saw God’s blessings pour out on them, he must have felt gracious for the chance to serve God in this way and be His servant. It was by undeserved grace that he and his household were blessed.

Prayer:
Dear Holy Father, we are amazed at your gifts of undeserved grace. Help us not take granted all the blessings you have provide for us. We are forever grateful for Your love and mercy.
AMEN