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Do you put your trust in your own skills or in God’s faithfulness? (78-2)

Written by Barry-Werner on July 14th, 2009. Posted in Celebrations, Courage/Risk-Taking, Decision Making, Dependence on God, Encouragement, Judges, Leadership Development, Leadership Principles, Obedience to God, Old Testament, Power and Influence, Purpose/Passion, Wisdom.

The story of Deborah is one of courage, singleness of purpose and quiet confidence in God’s revealed will. As a prophetess, Deborah led Israel with the strength and wisdom that came from a deep relationship with God. Read Judges 4.

Israel faced an intimidating enemy. Sisera, the commander of the Canaanite army, had 900 iron chariots and other armaments heavy enough to crush any and all of Israel’s weapons. From a human point of view, Israel didn’t stand a chance.

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