In Judges 4–6, God delivers Israel through Deborah and Barak’s victory over Sisera, and later calls Gideon to save Israel from Midianite oppression.
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
After the Lord handed Sisera over to Barak, Deborah remarks, “Hasn’t the Lord gone before you?” How does the knowledge that the Lord goes before you comfort your heart today?
"Imagine the influence we could have if we were really listening to the Lord—and then speaking His Word to others. How powerful that influence would be!" —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
1“The Wonder of the Word,” Week 11, Day 1
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Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?