Deborah stands out in several ways among ancient Israel’s Judges. In what ways was she different and how did God use this amazing woman in His plan of redemption for His people? How does Deborah point us forward to look to and hope in Jesus Christ? Join Pastor Jim for the answers in our study of Judges 4.
Sermon Notes
“Then the sons of Israel again did evil in the sight of the LORD, after Ehud died.”
Judges 4:1
Deborah was…
- A woman
“The fact that I am a woman does not make me a different kind of Christian, but the fact that I am a Christian does make me a different kind of woman.”
Elisabeth Elliot
Deborah was…
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A woman
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A prophetess
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A wise judge
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An effective leader
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A creative person
What do we learn about the God of the Bible?
The God of the Bible…
- The God of the Bible speaks, speaks commands, and expects to be obeyed
- The God of the Bible is sovereign and in charge of human history
- The God of the Bible is engaged at every level in His creation.
- The God of the Bible leads the way for His people.
- The God of the Bible will fight for and win freedom for His people!
- The God of the Bible controls the outcome of everything!
“Christ is the person in whom God’s will is victoriously accomplished. The church is the community in which we know and are known by God. Worship is the action by which we practice and enjoy the presence of the creating and redeeming God.”
Eugene Peterson, Reversed Thunder
“No matter what is or isn’t working in my ministry, no matter what difficulties I am facing, no matter what battles I am fighting, the expansive glory of God gives me reason to get up in the morning and do what I have been gifted and called to do with enthusiasm, courage, and confidence.”
Paul Tripp