In this last installment, the Ark of God comes back to Israel.  This allows an opportunity for repentance and amendment of life.  Prior to this, a number of Israelites were struck down for looking in the Ark!  When Israel is repenting, the Philistines try a sneak attack.  But God prevents them.  When Israel’s army went up against the Philistine army, the results were disastrous.  When they confronted the Philistines while Samuel was praying for them, they won easily.