And when they arose early the next morning, there was Dagon, fallen on its face to the ground before the ark of the Lord.  The head of Dagon and both the palms of its hands were broken off on the threshold; only Dagon’s torso was left on it. 1 Samuel 5:4

Looking into some Old Testament scripture today. The “Ark of the Lord” or “Ark of the Covenant” was a wooden chest covered in gold that contained the two stones inscribed with the Ten Commandments. This ark was in possession of the Israelites and considered something very holy. God told Moses to construct this ark with great detail. As the Israelites traveled, they carried the ark with them. It was highly treasured and considered powerful. Some who touched it, died.

In 1 Samuel 4 – 5 we read that in a battle with the Philistines, the Israelites were defeated and the Philistines captured the Ark and took it to the temple of Dagon, an idol who was worshiped by the Philistines. The first two mornings after its arrival in Dagon’s temple, the people found the statue of Dagon face down before the Ark. The second day its head and hands were broken. Can you imagine what the caretakers of Dagon’s temple thought when they saw this? As you read through scripture, you see the Ark brought chaos to the Philistines and they eventually gave it back to the Israelites.

Ok Dave, so good history lesson, but where are you going with this? Let me just share one thought. When you bring your idols before God, they will eventually fall, even fall apart. Nothing you put above God will stand. He should be number 1 in your life. Our God is a jealous God (Deuteronomy 4:24). He knows what’s best for you, and wants to bless you with His goodness. Nothing you find on planet earth can provide enough love, happiness and satisfaction as God’s blessings.

What stands between you and God? Maybe a certain hobby, relationship or possession. You might be feeling foot lose and fancy free right now, but over time that idol will fall and you might possibly fall with it. Don’t be like the Philistines and be overcome with trouble. Put God number 1 in your life and your life will be perfectly balanced and blessed. God bless you friend!