#TSSGNotes – 📚💙🙌🏽 The Ark Is Lost – November 8, 2026

LESSON STUDY NOTES

The Ark Is Lost

Printed Text: 1 Samuel 4:12–22

Background Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:2–7:2

Devotional Reading: Psalm 29

Memory Verse: “And she said, The glory is departed from Israel: for the ark of God is taken” (1 Samuel 4:22).

Lesson Aims: After participating in this lesson, each learner will be able to:

1. Describe the circumstances that led to the loss of the ark of the covenant.
2. Examine what led to failure and dishonor for the Israelites.
3. Compose a personal lament for times when seeking personal success and glory has led to harm.