1Sa 6:20 | MHM | STEP | v. 20 : The people of Beth-shemesh were terrified by what had happened. They asked, Who is able to stand before this holy Lord God? . This question reflected their fear of God's holiness and power. Instead of repenting and seeking God's forgiveness, they distanced themselves from Him. Like David later said in a similar situation, How shall the ark of the Lord come to me? (2 Samuel 6:9 ).

‏ 1 Samuel 6:20

v. 20: The people of Beth-shemesh were terrified by what had happened. They asked, Who is able to stand before this holy Lord God? . This question reflected their fear of God's holiness and power. Instead of repenting and seeking God's forgiveness, they distanced themselves from Him. Like David later said in a similar situation, How shall the ark of the Lord come to me? (2 Samuel 6:9 ^a).