This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.

1 Samuel 5:1 - 8:22

- The Ark of the Covenant brings plagues and panic to the Philistines in Ashdod, Gath, and Ekron until they return it to Israel with guilt offerings.

- Samuel calls Israel to repentance at Mizpah, defeats the Philistines, and later warns the people of the dangers of demanding a human king like other nations.

Mark 13:1-37

- Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple, warns of wars, false christs, persecution, and cosmic signs before his return.

- He urges constant vigilance and readiness, comparing his coming to a master returning unexpectedly to servants.