It’s very easy to trick ourselves into believing that we can control God’s behavior. God, however, has a plan for our lives that is bigger than any of our attempts to get our own way.
Gideon is praised for his faith in the book of Hebrews. As we examine his story in the book of Judges, we will see what great faith is really all about.
God often uses the weak and lowly to accomplish his purposes. When you feel down about life, remember that God is sovereign over the details of your life.
God demonstrates His steadfast love in spite of our sin. Yet, He still has wrath towards our sin. In Christ, the true King, God’s mercy and wrath are met in the perfect display of love.
Chaos is what happens when people do what is right in their own eyes, but evil in God’s eyes. The book of Judges calls us to look to a king who can lead His people to do God’s will.
The Resurrection of Jesus transformed the disciples from scared, scattered followers to committed apostles. Jesus found Peter and restored his faith--commissioning him to the work of the Gospel. Jesus comes to us with the same imperative.
Jesus prophesied that he would be lifted up like the serpent of Moses. Jesus died according to a very specific plan, accomplished a very specific purpose, and afforded a very glorious salvation.