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Saul was anointed king of Israel against God’s better judgement. God wanted to be the King and sole leader of Israel, but the Israelites complained that they wanted a human king like the other nations, so God relented and appointed Saul. (I Samuel 8) Saul and his son Jonathan were great warriors, defeating many of… Read More

Israel has been under Canaanite oppression for 20 years, led by evil Canaanite king Jabin. Deborah, the judge in Israel at the time, summons Israeli General Barak, informing him that if he will mobilize 10,000 soldiers to confront King Jabin’s General Sisera, God will give Israel the victory. Barak lacks both confidence and faith, so… Read More

God wanted the children of Israel to have a material representation in their midst to remind them of His presence among them, and He gave specific instructions on the design of this “tabernacle”. He also gave specific instructions as to His choice of artisans to design and craft the articles that were to be contained… Read More

The book of Judges recounts an ongoing pattern in the life of the nation of Israel. First they are living in peace and security, obedient to God’s laws. Then they fall into rebellion against God and His guidelines, and God sends an enemy to oppress them. When Israel has suffered for a period of time,… Read More

One of the saddest lines in the Old Testament is this one, concerning King Jehoram, “He died to no one’s regret.” Jehoram’s successor was his youngest son Ahaziah who ascended to the throne at the age of 22. He reigned for one year, and was killed in a political coup. His mother Athaliah assumed control… Read More