The Ark of the Covenant represented God's power, presence, and glory among His people, reminding them that He is both near and holy. In 1 Samuel 4–7, Israel tried to use the Ark like a good luck charm, revealing the danger of seeking God's power without submitting to His purpose. God's power is never for personal gain or manipulation—it exists to glorify Him and transform His people. As believers, we are now carriers of God's presence and called to represent His glory with reverence, obedience, and humility.