Have you ever been subjected to a dictatorial boss? You know, the type who is condescending, domineering, and impatient? It makes for a horrible situation doesn’t it? Dread is the first thought in your mind when you think about being around this person. You know that you are under their authority but you hate every [...]
The other hero in the story of Deborah is Jael. She was a Kenite, a nation of people who had a good relationship with the Israelites. However, her nationality allowed her to gain the trust of Sisera as well, enough that he was willing to hide in her tent while fleeing the Isrealites. I kind [...]
In Sunday School we have been studying faith, which has involved study of Hebrews 11. I was reading through the passage and in verse 32 I see the name Jepthah listed as a man of great faith. I’m embarrassed to say that the story of Jepthah did not leap into my mind, so off I [...]
There are times when the Lord chooses to use women in positions of leadership to accomplish His will. We find Deborah in the days when judges ruled Israel. After the death of Joshua the people of Israel turn to wickedness. They worship false gods and turn their back on God and His commandments. Consequently the [...]
