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Let’s Share Jesus’ JoyIn today’s world, with turmoil and chaos and confusion every way we turn, pursuing joy sometimes s...
26/09/2026

Let’s Share Jesus’ Joy

In today’s world, with turmoil and chaos and confusion every way we turn, pursuing joy sometimes seems purposeless. It seems like a yo-yo life: we pursue joy only to be blindsided by despair before then pursuing joy once again just to be blindsided again. After a while, it gets wearisome, and our vitality is diminished.

That’s the vicious circle we live when we depend on others instead of Jesus for our joy. People let us down and bring disappointment. No one is perfect as we all have flaws from past hurts and experiences, but pinning our expectations on others is not what we should do. When we rely on Jesus, our source of strength, then our joy does not depend on others or circumstances, and we can better maintain a spirit of joy through the storms of life. When Jesus’ joy fills our lives in all circumstances, then we can demonstrate this joy for everyone we encounter.

Today’s color of the day is blue. Whenever you see something blue, find a way to share Jesus’ joy with someone around you. Consider smiling to your neighbor or the cashier at the store. And then at 1:11 p.m., pause and pray with believers around the world, thanking God for the joy he has given you.

Jesus of joy, we pray for a deeper dependence on you as our confidant and best friend to turn to when we need your joy. You will never let us down.

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Let’s Share Jesus’ LoveDo we pause to pray when we tell someone we will? Do we live with unwavering faith, free from wor...
25/09/2026

Let’s Share Jesus’ Love

Do we pause to pray when we tell someone we will? Do we live with unwavering faith, free from worry and anxiety? Do we choose each morning to focus our attention on making a habit of living the fruit of Jesus’ Spirit, modeling his character with a magnetism that will draw others to his Spirit? Do we put into action what we say we will do, not just speaking empty words?

The Bible describes how wide, long, high, and deep God’s love is for his children. We are products of Jesus’ unconditional love. Let us return his love by the way we live, being gentle and patient, forgiving as he forgives. Let’s choose to put love into action. People will notice, and Jesus will do the rest.

Today’s color of the day is red. Whenever you see something red, find a way to share Jesus’ love with someone around you. Consider texting someone who is important to you and letting them know how much you care about them. And then at 1:11 p.m., pause and pray with believers around the world, thanking God for the love he has given you.

Jesus of love, ignite within us a thirst to learn your ways, modeling your character so we can draw others toward your gospel of salvation. As you create opportunities for us to share your truth throughout our day, help us hear your voice leading the way so that we never miss a chance that you arrange for us to draw someone into your kingdom.

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Without further delay, we will pick up where we left off yesterday.“Jael went out to meet Sisera, and said to him, “Turn...
24/09/2026

Without further delay, we will pick up where we left off yesterday.

“Jael went out to meet Sisera, and said to him, “Turn aside, my master, turn aside to me! Do not be afraid.” And he turned aside to her into the tent, and she covered him with a rug. He said to her, “Please give me a little water to drink, for I am thirsty.” So, she opened a bottle of milk and gave him a drink; then she covered him. He said to her, “Stand in the doorway of the tent, and it shall be if anyone comes and inquires of you, and says, ‘Is there anyone here?’ that you shall say, ‘No.’” Judges 4:18-20 NASB.

After running a half-marathon, Sisera was disheveled, dusty, and utterly exhausted. Jael’s greeting for Sisera indicates she knew who he was and the authority he carried as King Jabin’s commanding officer. The scriptures do not elaborate on Jael’s thought process as she encounters Sisera. But we can conclude that his reputation preceded him. As seen in Judges 5, Sisera was known to take whatever he wanted, whenever he wanted, and without remorse.

The question arises of whether Jael knew of the battle taking place at Mount Tabor? Did she suspect Sisera was fleeing from it? It can be safe to surmise that the arrival of Sisera on foot and alone, without entourage, indicated to Jael that this was an extraordinary turn of events.

As I read this text, I envision the scene playing out. Jael is the picture of humble hospitality. She invites Sisera into her tent, assuages his fear, leads him to the most comfortable spot where he can rest, and covers him with a blanket. Sisera, parched after his jog in the desert, asks for a little water to drink.

By now, Jael has seen the truly defenseless state Sisera finds himself in. Just as the LORD of Hosts supernaturally intervened at Mount Tabor, even now God was leading Jael’s actions. She serves Sisera milk, knowing this would further relax him and render him lethargic. Sisera then instructs her not to tell anyone that he is in her tent. Hearing this request would have solidified that he was being sought after by someone intending to harm him.

“But Jael, Heber’s wife, took a tent peg and seized a hammer in her hand, and went secretly to him and drove the peg into his temple, and it went through into the ground; for he was sound asleep and exhausted. So, he died.” Judges 4:21 NASB.

*Audible gasp*

Jael … drove a tent peg into Sisera’s temple … and it went all the way through into the ground!

For context, a tent peg from this era typically measured between 12 and 24 inches in length, with a diameter ranging from ½ inch to ¾ inch. It could have been made from wood or metal, with the latter being more probable. Even so, Jael would have needed considerable strength and precision to successfully drive a tent peg through a skull bone and into the ground.

Yes, the element of surprise was on Jael’s side – and no, I do not want to get more morbid about this than necessary … but I do want to convey the magnitude of force and precision that it would have required to perform such a mighty, harrowing act.

Friends …Jael’s action was AMPLIFIED by the hand of Almighty God. He divinely magnified Jael’s movement to bring an end to Sisera and bring deliverance to His people.

Yesterday, we left a question unanswered –what significance does Jael, the wife of a Canaanite ally, have in this story?

Per cultural traditions, Jael likely had no say in whom she was to marry. Considering her heroic deed, she feared God above all else. From our human perspective, a situation or a relationship may seem hopeless or destitute. However, we only see one viewpoint, one realm – and God … well, He is the LORD of Hosts, the Ancient of Days, the Almighty Sufficient One. There is no limit to His power or His reach. He sees the physical, spiritual, and all else in between.

Today we discovered that Jael was the woman prophesied by Deborah in Judges 4:9. Once again, we witness God choosing a deliverer, not because they were the strongest, possessed beauty, or had the most influence –He chose them because He saw their heart … a heart that knew (yada’) and feared Him.

“And behold, as Barak pursued Sisera, Jael came out to meet him and said to him, 'Come, and I will show you the man whom you are seeking.” And he entered with her, and behold, Sisera was lying dead with the tent peg in his temple. So, God subdued on that day Jabin, the king of Canaan, before the sons of Israel. The hand of the sons of Israel pressed heavier and heavier upon Jabin the king of Canaan, until they had destroyed Jabin the king of Canaan.” Judges 4:22-24 NASB.

In these last verses, Jael’s humility and valor shine brightly. In Deborah’s Song (Judges 5), Jael is called the most blessed of women and praised for her bravery.

Friends, let this be our desire …to simply act and allow God to AMPLIFY our efforts. To one day stand in His Presence and hear, "Well done, my good and faithful servant."

Join me in prayer.

Heavenly Father, our Good Shepherd, our Faithful Friend,

Thank you for Your Holy inspired Word. Your Word is life; Your Word is truth. Lord, forgive us for the times we have allowed inaction, insecurity, and fear to dictate our choices. We want to move when you tell us to. We desire to have our actions be amplified by Your power, love, and grace. Oh, Blessed Redeemer, redeem that in which we have failed. Holy Spirit, guide and lead us each step forward. We need You, Lord! Thank You for Your ever-present Spirit! We love You; we thank You! In Jesus' name, Amen.

Thank you for taking the time to read this Bible Plan.

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We are picking up where we left off.“Now Sisera fled away on foot to the tent of Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, for...
23/09/2026

We are picking up where we left off.

“Now Sisera fled away on foot to the tent of Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, for there was peace between Jabin the king of Hazor and the house of Heber the Kenite.”Judges 4:17 NASB.

Sisera saw the demise of his army and knew it was only a matter of time before he met his end. So, he fled!

Interestingly, Sisera chose to run to what he would have deemed his nearest safe haven, to the tent of Jael, the wife of Heber. The distance from Mount Tabor to Zaanannim, near Kedesh, was 12-15 miles. That is equivalent to a half-marathon! Ask any distance runner, and they will tell you this is no easy feat!

But before going further, let us pause here for a second … Where was Jael found? At the entrance of her tent. This carries a few significant implications.

Friends, sometimes the greatest opportunities are right where God has placed us. Not ‘there’ or ‘over yonder’ but ‘right here.’

At the beginning of my journey into motherhood, I struggled to find purpose and to see it as a calling, an opportunity. It was not until I became a stay-at-home momma and left behind a career that I cherished that my eyes were truly opened to the mission available right here in my home. Every day brings a new opportunity to choose motherhood as my mission in the Kingdom of Christ.

Another worthy thing to note is that Jael was found to be faithful in her position. Jael likely heard of the famed Prophetess Deborah. After all, the news of an Israelite woman found to be a teacher, leader, and military advisor surely would have garnered fandom. Perhaps Jael even traveled to hear Deborah speak and teach under her infamous palm tree. Nevertheless, we do not see Jael seek her own fame or her own platform of influence. She is found to be rightly positioned in her tent, faithful to her assignment.

Verse 17 also highlights that there was an alliance between King Jabin and Heber. This coincides with the theory that Heber’s metalworking skills were utilized for Israel’s enemies. And likely, Heber had no allegiance to the Israelites or their God. So, the question arises, what significance does Jael, the wife of a Canaanite ally, have in this story?

As we continue tomorrow, we will see just how tremendously God utilized Jael’s positioning to bring about the deliverance of His people.

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You came back! There is so much to unpack in just this little bit of scripture. But as you may have noticed by now, this...
22/09/2026

You came back! There is so much to unpack in just this little bit of scripture. But as you may have noticed by now, this type of study is my ‘bread and butter.’ I enjoy digging in and seeing how different scriptures, places, and people connect. For me, it is like coloring in a black & white photo – the color completes it and gives it new dimension and depth!

All right, so yesterday we left off with the plausible theory that Heber left his tribe and moved to Kedesh, near Hazor, for job security reasons and possibly as he chose not to follow Yahweh. We will come back to this later. Right now, we continue in the scriptures where we left off, in verse 12.

"Then they told Sisera that Barak, the son of Abinoam had gone up to Mount Tabor. Sisera called together all his chariots, nine hundred iron chariots, and all the people who were with him, from Harosheth-hagoyim to the river Kishon. Deborah said to Barak, "Arise! For this is the day in which the LORD has given Sisera into your hands; behold, the LORD has gone out before you." So, Barak went down from Mount Tabor with ten thousand men following him. The LORD routed Sisera and all his chariots and all his army with the edge of the sword before Barak; and Sisera alighted from his chariot and fled away on foot. But Barak pursued the chariots and the army as far as Harosheth-hagoyim, and all the army of Sisera fell by the edge of the sword; not even one was left."Judges 4:12-16 NASB.

This is where the action happens! Sisera has been informed that Barak and the Hebrew army have assembled at Mount Tabor. Remember that Mount Tabor was located along the international trade route, so when Barak and his army of 10,000 amassed there, it sent a clear message to Sisera. And boy-oh-boy, Sisera brought out the big guns (not really, but 900 iron chariots + thousands of infantry is a pretty daunting power move).

“Arise! For this is the day in which the LORD has given Sisera into your hands; behold, the LORD has gone out before you.”(verse 14). Notice the use of “has given” and “has gone out,” indicating that, according to God, the battle had already been won. The Lord of Hosts was actively intervening on behalf of His people. When God says something is done/complete, there is no alternative; it will be as He decrees!

“The LORD routed Sisera and all his chariots and all his army with the edge of the sword before Barak.” (verse 15). Some translations expound on this event:

“The LORD threw Sisera, all his charioteers, and all his army into a panic before Barak’s assault” (CSB).

“And Jehovah destroyeth Sisera, and all the chariots, and all the camp, by the mouth of the sword, before Barak.” (Young’s Literal Translation).

Any way you look at it, this battle was fought and the enemy annihilated by God’s angelic army. Yahweh Sabaoth! LORD of Hosts & King of Glory!

Join me in prayer and praise to our Great God!

Heavenly Father, LORD of Hosts, King of Glory,

Oh … You are marvelous, too marvelous for our mere words. Nevertheless, You Lord see our hearts … and the awe that is pouring forth in recognition of who You are and all You have done. You have defeated the enemy; death and the grave no longer have a hold on us. We have been brought forth out of the pit, out of darkness, out of depression, out of addiction, and INTO YOUR MARVELOUS LIGHT! Praise be unto Your Name! Thank You! In Jesus’ name, Amen!

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Welcome again, and thank you for joining me as we continue this epic journey!Yesterday’s reading concluded with Barak ag...
21/09/2026

Welcome again, and thank you for joining me as we continue this epic journey!

Yesterday’s reading concluded with Barak agreeing to wage war against Sisera only if Deborah accompanies him (Judges 4:8). Let us pick up the account there.

“She said, “I will surely go with you; nevertheless, the honor shall not be yours on the journey that you are about to take, for the LORD will sell Sisera into the hands of a woman.” Then Deborah arose and went with Barak to Kedesh. Barak called Zebulun and Naphtali together to Kedesh, and ten thousand men went up with him; Deborah also went up with him.”(Judges 4:9-10).

Imagine for a moment … you are a leading warrior from the great tribe of Nephtali. You have been called upon by the famous prophetess Deborah to lead an army against Sisera and his 900 chariots of iron. You have been trained to fight since you were a little boy by your abba’s side. You have proven yourself proficient in battle. Day in and day out, you train with your fellow brothers. You disciplined your body – you ran the miles – you hit the targets with unparalleled accuracy! The echo of Deborah’s prophecy hits like a ton of bricks …the LORD will give Sisera over into the hands of a woman!

Friends, when we choose inaction over obedience, fear over faith, we inevitably miss reward and blessing from God.

Within this account, Barak's choice aligns with the broader framework set forth by God's plan.

“Now Heber the Kenite had separated himself from the Kenites, from the sons of Hobab the father-in-law of Moses, and had pitched his tent as far away as the oak in Zaanannim, which is near Kedesh.”Judges 4:11 NASB.

We learn later (in verse 21) that Heber’s wife is Jael. Let us look at what verse 11 can tell us about Heber and Jael.

Heber was a descendant of Moses’ father-in-law Jethro, by way of his son Hobab (Numbers 10:29-33).

Jethro (also called Reuel the Midianite) was the father of Moses’ wife Zipporah. He was a priest of Midian (Exodus 3:1). Jethro was part of the Kenite Tribe, a nomadic people known for their skills at metalworking. Jethro played a crucial role in supporting Moses and the Israelites. After Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, Jethro visited him in the wilderness and offered valuable advice on governance and leadership, suggesting that Moses delegate responsibilities to others to avoid burnout (Exodus 18).

Hobab and his descendants (the Kenites) chose to live near the Israelites throughout their wilderness wandering, and as close allies, God blessed them. It is reasonable to believe that the Kenites' desire to remain with the Israelites was in part due to their desire to worship the Israelite God, Yahweh.

The Kenites chose to remain close to the Israelites as they began settling into the Promised Land (Judges 1:16), and evidence suggests that the Kenites and the Israelites intermarried (1 Chronicles 2:55). Again, this makes a compelling case that some Kenites worshiped Yahweh and chose to live under Hebrew law. God’s blessing continued to remain on the Kenites because of their close ties to the Israelites (1 Samuel 15:6).

Heber separated himself from his tribe and chose to move far away, near Kedesh.

Why would Heber choose to remove himself from his tribe located in the Negev (Judges 1:16)? The Bible does not specify why Heber chose to move away from his family. However, I would like to pose a theory based upon what we already know.

The city of Kedesh was in the territory of Naphtali, situated along Israel’s northern border. The Negev is a desert region located in southern Israel in the territory of Judah. As the crow flies, the distance is about one hundred miles. Not an easy journey to be sure!

Heber was a Kenite, a tribe known for its skill with metalworking. Heber lived near Kedesh, about 10-15 miles from the city of Hazor, which was Sisera’s military headquarters. A plausible theory is that Heber chose to relocate his family because there was ample metalworking to be had in Hazor due to the military demand for armor, chariots, weapons, and the like. The other caveat to consider is that Heber did not follow Yahweh, and this would also factor into his choice to move away.

Come back tomorrow as we continue the journey!

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Yesterday, we left off at Judges 4:6 – Deborah summons Barak and declares what God has commanded. Let us pick up at the ...
20/09/2026

Yesterday, we left off at Judges 4:6 – Deborah summons Barak and declares what God has commanded. Let us pick up at the latter end of verse 6.

“Go and march to Mount Tabor and take with you ten thousand men from the sons of Naphtali and from the sons of Zebulun. ‘I [LORD, God of Israel] will draw out to you Sisera, the commander of Jabin’s army, with his chariots and his many troops to the river Kishon, and I will give him into your hand.’” Then Barak said to her, “If you [Deborah] will go with me, then I will go; but if you will not go with me, I will not go.”Judges 4:6-8 NASB [implication added].

Did anyone else have to pause and reread Barak’s response? So many questions are springing to mind …

Why would Barak refuse to go unless Deborah came with him? Why would Barak choose to disobey a command from Almighty God?

God said He would ‘draw out Sisera’and ‘hand him over’ to Barak. It sounds like the victory is already won. What is causing Barak’s hesitation?

Let us take a closer look at the heart of the matter.

The Israelites did not have the fear of the LORD. As evidenced by their return to idolatry and sinful living. If they had truly known (yada’) the God of their forefathers, they would have been awestruck by Him – by His power, by His holiness, by His merciful compassion. Unfortunately, we witness that their ‘fear of men’ is greater than their ‘fear of God.’

They lacked knowledge of God’s law and the Hebrew scriptures. This ties into the first point – if they did not know God and His law, they had no foundation upon which a personal relationship could be built. It is difficult to love someone if you do not know them personally. Furthermore, it is difficult to revere and obey someone if you are not aware of the authority they hold.

Misplaced trust. Barak respected Deborah’s authority: after all, he heeded her summons, and he was willing to fight if she was by his side. He trusted her plus God, but not in God alone.

Insecurity results in failure to act. In the life of a believer, insecurity is fueled by lies from the enemy. Insecurity stems from an inaccurate or incomplete perspective of our identity in Christ. In this case, Barak did not see himself as a child of God, called forth from the promise of Abraham, and forged together by the Great I Am. His insecurity led him to desire stagnation over obedience.

Friends … Deborah feared God –Deborah knew God, intimately and personally. This truly makes all the difference!

Join me in prayer.

Heavenly Father, Creator of the Universe, Most Faithful Friend,

We come before you with gratitude and praise. You are Awesome! You are Great and greatly to be praised! Father, we humbly ask that You cultivate a holy reverence in our hearts towards You and Your Word. Our greatest desire is to know You and be known by You – truly, deeply, and with our whole being. Insecurity has no claim over us. Disobedience has no appeal to us. We desire You, Your Ways, always! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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“Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, was judging Israel at that time. She used to sit under the palm tree ...
19/09/2026

“Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, was judging Israel at that time. She used to sit under the palm tree of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the sons of Israel came up to her for judgment. Now she sent and summoned Barak the son of Abinoam from Kedesh-naphtali, and said to him, "Behold, the LORD, the God of Israel, has commanded, 'Go and march to Mount Tabor, and take with you ten thousand men from the sons of Naphtali and from the sons of Zebulun."Judges 4:4-6 NASB.

Let us take a closer look at the details this passage provides and how it relates to the overall narrative.

Deborah was the fourth of twelve judges mentioned in the Biblical record and is noted as the only female judge. The text refers to her as a ‘prophetess,’ indicating her role as spiritual leader and her familiarity with Hebrew law and scriptures. It was highly irregular for women to hold military or political authority during this period. Furthermore, because of her role as prophetess and judge, it can be assumed she knew how to read (and write) the Holy Scriptures, which also went against societal norms.

The appointment of Deborah to this leadership position at such a time in history is indicative of unique circumstances. In Genesis 2:20, 23, and 1 Timothy 2:11-15, it is noted that the expectation is for men to carry the weight of spiritual leadership. Nevertheless, God does not see as we see; He looks at the heart of a person (1 Samuel 16:7). God saw the hearts of all His children, and Deborah is the one He chose to raise up as a judge for His people and for His glory. Deborah’s leadership, including her military alliance with leaders from Naphtali and Zebulun (Judges 4:6), highlights the national significance of the challenges Israel faced at the time.

The meeting place, a historical landmark in Ephraim, was approximately 60 miles south of Mount Tabor, where the impending battle was to take place. Mount Tabor was a volcanic dome and a prominent feature in the central Jezreel Valley. It served as the principal landmark along the region's international trade route.

In verse 6, we witness the magnitude of Deborah’s authority as judge and prophetess –she sent, and she summoned– an entourage willing and ready to be dispatched as she commanded! Her summoning of Barak was respected and obeyed! Again, historically speaking, it cannot be emphasized how much of an oddity it was to have a woman in this role and position.

Tune in tomorrow for the next part of the story.

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Welcome back! We will pick up the narrative where we ended yesterday.Sisera was the commander of King Jabin’s army and l...
18/09/2026

Welcome back! We will pick up the narrative where we ended yesterday.

Sisera was the commander of King Jabin’s army and lived in Harosheth, an epicenter of military activity (Judges 4:2).

“The sons of Israel cried to the LORD; for he [Sisera] had nine hundred iron chariots, and he oppressed the sons of Israel severely for twenty years.”Judges 4:3 NASB [implication added].

Sisera, a powerful commanding officer and Canaanite, oppressed them…severely…for 20 years! To paint a picture in your mind, allow me to take what the Bible says and combine it with what we historically know about this period.

Judges 4 takes place in the Late Bronze Age (circa 1300-1400 B.C.E.).

Sisera held military power at this time, giving him control of the international trade route in this region. Trade in this era meant one’s livelihood. Shepherds depended on the selling of wool and young lambs to buy grain, cloth, or building materials. Likewise, a vineyardist depended on the selling of wines and fruit to purchase goods for their family’s survival.

The Israelites would have been suffering economically during this period. Food and material goods would have been in scarcity. With enemy forces in control of the trade route, the Israelites would have been an easy target for vandals and highway robbers (Judges 5:7).

In Judges 5, we catch a glimpse of what Sisera’s reign of terror looked like. Sisera was a powerful and ruthless commander, striking fear into the hearts of many. He felt no remorse in plundering and terrorizing; he felt no inhibition to r**e and kill the innocent (Judges 5:6-8; 28-30).

An army consisting of 900 iron chariots gives insight into the amplitude of Sisera’s power and reach. The use of iron chariots suggests Sisera’s army had advanced technological development. Iron chariots were superior in battle, offering better protection for soldiers, and greater effort would be needed to overcome such a foe. The sight of a large number of iron chariots would have a significant psychological effect on its opponents, instilling fear.

The ability to produce iron chariots suggests that the Canaanites had economic and industrial advancements. The labor required to mine such a vast amount of ore leads me to believe the Israelites were utilized as forced labor for this toilsome job.

An army of 900 chariots would have anywhere from 1,800-2,700 soldiers in the chariots alone, with potentially thousands more infantry soldiers supporting them. Maintaining a force this size was no small task. Furthermore, chariot soldiers were highly skilled and devoted to full-time training. They were fierce warriors in their own right! Finally, chariot horses were specifically bred and trained for combat. This would have required substantial amounts of pastureland and training areas. Just think, how much land and food it would require to maintain 900+ horses!

How often do we allow the magnitude of our current problems to dwarf our faith in God?

Hear this friend, God is the same yesterday, today, and forever! The same God who parted the Red Sea, who fed 5000+ with five loaves and two fish, who raised JESUS CHRIST from the dead – is the One we can come before right now! How amazing and humbling is this?!

Reflect upon the goodness of God– think of the various ways you have seen His mighty hand at work in your life. Give thanks to Him– pour out your praises to our AWESOME GOD!

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Continuing in Judges chapter 4.“And the LORD sold them into the hand of Jabin, king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor; and...
17/09/2026

Continuing in Judges chapter 4.

“And the LORD sold them into the hand of Jabin, king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor; and the commander of his army was Sisera, who lived in Harosheth-hagoyim” Judges 4:2 NASB.

The term ‘sold’ here refers to God handing over or allowing the Israelites to be subjected to oppression by their enemies. King Jabin was the reigning ruler of Canaan and lived in the city of Hazor. It is interesting to note that Hazor had been defeated by Joshua 170 years prior (Joshua 11). Yet we see (Judges 4:2) that once again Israel’s foe, left unchecked, has become strong and powerful. This brings to mind Jesus’ words in Luke 11:24-26: “When the unclean spirit comes out of a person, it passes through waterless places seeking rest, and not finding any, it then says, ‘I will return to my house from which I came.’ And when it comes, it finds it swept and put in order. Then it goes and brings along seven other spirits more evil than itself, and they come in and live there; and the last condition of that person becomes worse than the first.”

Whether due to pride or spiritual laziness, a foe left unchecked will bring destruction. As believers, spiritual vigilance is paramount. Yes, it requires effort. No, it is not easy.

But praise God, we are not alone in this earthly trial! We have been given the Holy Spirit as Guide and Companion. And as Brothers & Sisters in Christ, we are a part of the Body of Christ, whereby we carry one another’s burdens and are edified to run our race with perseverance!

Let us pause and reflect. Invite the Holy Spirit into this time.

- What am I actively doing in my spiritual walk to remain vigilant?

- Meditate on Proverbs 4:23 (read each version, speak aloud each word with deliberation, repeat the process, sit in silence, and tune your heart and ears to hear from God).

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it (NIV).

Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life. (NASB).

Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. (ESV)

Tomorrow, we continue the journey through Judges 4.

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