"Then He struck the men of Beth Shemesh because they had looked into the ark of the LORD. He struck 50,070 men of the people, and the people lamented because the LORD had struck the people with a great slaughter."
I Samuel 6:19
Does this seem like overkill (no pun intended)? All they did was look into the ark. The men of Beth Shamesh had used the ark as an object of curiosity. I can see them lined up to take a peek into the ark. Since they were God's people, they should have known better. This speaks to me of God's view when we misuse hallowed things for our own pleasure and amusement. God is awesome and we as God's people need treat His holy things and His holy presence with respect. They are not toys to be played with.
Today's Thought: God's holy things are to be treated in a holy manner.
Have a holy day. Love you.
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