Samuel proposed to the Israelites that they return to the Eternal One with all their hearts and abandoned idolatry.

They wanted protection, but for that to happen they needed to make the Most High the only Lord in their lives.

No one can reap the benefits of faith, much less Salvation, when they lacked the courage to a obey God an surrender everything that blocks them from enjoying communion with Him.

Maintaining friendships with people that make fun of faith, hide sins, and tell lies are examples of conduct that distance humanity from the Creator.