In Ruth 1-4, Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz navigate loss, loyalty, and love amidst challenging circumstances. Ruth's unwavering devotion to Naomi leads to unexpected blessings, culminating in her marriage to Boaz and the birth of their son Obed, who becomes an ancestor of King David.
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March 25-31 is HOLY WEEK. Each day this week we will add an additional passage from the New Testament that walks us through what happened...
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In Judges 19-21, a Levite's concubine is unfaithful, leading to a tragic sequence of events including rape, murder, and war against the tribe of Benjamin. The story culminates in the provision of wives for the surviving Benjaminites through a controversial scheme devised by the Israelites.
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March 25-31 is HOLY WEEK. Each day this week we will add an additional passage from the New Testament that walks us through what happened...
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March 25-31 is HOLY WEEK. Each day this week we will add an additional passage from the New Testament that walks us through what happened...
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In Judges 14-18, Samson's exploits, including his marriage, riddle, revenge against the Philistines, and ultimately his downfall due to Delilah's betrayal are detailed. Additionally, Micah's establishment of an idolatrous shrine and the Danites' invasion, pillaging, and adoption of idol worship are chronicled, reflecting the chaotic period of Israel's history without a king.
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In Judges 10-13, Tola and Jair judge Israel. The Israelites repent after oppression by the Philistines and the Ammonites, and Jephthah leads them against the Ammonites. Jephthah's vow leads to a tragic sacrifice, and conflict arises with Ephraim. Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon judge Israel briefly before Samson's birth, heralding a new era.
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March 25-31 is HOLY WEEK. Each day this week we will add an additional passage from the New Testament that walks us through what happened...
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In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother is joined by guests Brian Ball and Aaron Bryant for a profound discussion centered on the empowering concept of choosing life through obedience to God's word, as emphasized in Deuteronomy.
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In Judges 6-9, Israel faces oppression by the Midianites. Gideon is called by God to lead Israel, defeats the Midianites with a small army, refuses kingship, and dies, but his son Abimelech usurps power and meets a violent end.
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In Judges 2, the angel of the Lord chastises Israel for their disobedience, leading to a cycle of sin, judgment, and deliverance by judges. Chapters 3-5 depict this cycle through the stories of Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar, Deborah, Barak, and Jael, highlighting Israel's fluctuating faithfulness, divine intervention, and eventual peace under the leadership of various judges.
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