The account of Ebenezer is found in 1 Samuel 7: 10-12. The Israelites were in a period of spiritual renewal and repentance under the leadership of Samuel. After suffering defeat at the hands of the Philistines and losing the Ark of the Covenant, the Israelites turned back to the Lord. Samuel called the people to gather at Mizpah, where they fasted, confessed their sins, and sought the Lord's favor. The term "Ebenezer" means "stone of help." IOW, God intervened and helped.
Following divine intervention, the Israelites pursued and defeated the Philistines. In commemoration of the victory and as a perpetual reminder of God's help, Samuel set up a stone, naming it Ebenezer, saying, "Thus far the LORD has helped us" (1 Samuel 7:12).
I recall my Ebenezer moment at a healing Mass. What was yours?
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