Podcasts about Othniel

In this Father's Day message, we continued our One Another series by looking at the biblical call to Serve One Another from Galatians 5:13. Through the stories of Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar in Judges 3, we discovered that God equips His people to serve by filling them with the Holy Spirit, preparing them through His Word, and using the gifts and opportunities already in their hands.No matter your background, abilities, or season of life, God can use you to make an impact. Christian freedom is not meant for self-centered living but for loving and serving others. As we surrender to the Spirit, apply God's truth to our lives, and faithfully use what He has given us, we become instruments of His grace in the lives of those around us.

Eine Predigt von Othniel Erdei am 10.06.2026.Bibelstelle: Kolosser 4:7-18⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hier⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ findest du alle Folgen dieser Predigtreihe in einer Playlist zusammengefasst.Eine Übersicht über alle unsere Predigtreihen findest du auf unserem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify Profil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Wenn du uns unterstützen möchtest, findest du auf unserer Website unter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gegotrossingen.de/spende⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ weitere Informationen.

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Judges 3:1–31 with Pastor David Maestas In Judges 3, we begin to see the cycle that will define much of Israel's history throughout the book of Judges: compromise, sin, oppression, crying out to God, deliverance, and then repeating the cycle all over again. This chapter introduces us to three judges—Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar—and reminds us of both the seriousness of spiritual drift and the incredible patience of God. Despite Israel's repeated failures, God continues to hear their cries and provide a way back. One of the surprising truths in this chapter is that God allowed certain nations to remain in the land. These nations became a test for Israel, revealing whether they would walk in obedience or compromise with the culture around them. Rather than remaining faithful, Israel quickly forgot the Lord and began adopting the practices of the surrounding nations. What began as compromise in Judges 1 and spiritual decline in Judges 2 now becomes outright rebellion. Yet even in their disobedience, God's mercy remains on display. When Israel cries out, God raises up Othniel, the first judge, to rescue them. After years of peace, the cycle begins again. Israel drifts, suffers oppression, cries out once more, and God raises up Ehud. Through an unlikely deliverer and an unexpected plan, God demonstrates that He is not limited by human strength, position, or appearance. Throughout Judges 3, one truth becomes increasingly clear: Israel's greatest problem was not the nations around them. It was their tendency to forget God when life became comfortable. And if we're honest, that struggle still exists today. Many of us seek God desperately in difficult seasons but slowly drift when life becomes easier. We assume that our biggest battles are external when often the greatest battle is remaining faithful to God when no crisis is forcing us to depend on Him. This chapter challenges us to examine our own hearts: Have I become comfortable in areas where I once depended on God? Am I allowing culture to influence me more than Scripture? Do I only seek God when I'm in trouble? What patterns keep repeating in my life because I haven't fully surrendered them to the Lord?

After the conquest of the Promised Land, Israel moves into the time of Judges. The book begins with the aftermath of Joshua's death and we see the people fall into a cycle of falling away from God, being subject to another nation, crying out to God for deliverance, a judge being raised, and then peace for a period of time before the cycle starts again. A word of warning: Judges can be a violent and often disturbing book. It is an example of how people act when they try to live apart from God and it is not pretty.If you are enjoying Bible Backdrop, please leave a 5 star rating and review. If you want to contact the show, the e-mail address is given in the episode. Find Bible Backdrop on Apple, Spotify or wherever podcasts are shown.

Sunday Sermon 5/24/26 - Rev. Jimmy Choi

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of these chapters.(06:25) The pride cycle explained.(11:29) The pride cycle illustrated in the Book of Judges.(15:56) Successive generations of Israelites forget God and the things he has done for them.(17:56) The theme of denigrating the northern tribes of Israel.(21:33) Othniel is the first judge. Ehud, the second judge, brings a “gift” to Eglon, the fat king of Moab.(27:24) Deborah is the third judge. How her story compares to the Ishtar myth.(36:51) Gideon is the fourth judge and humbly trusts in God.(47:43) Gideon refuses the invitation to be the king of Israel and teaches that Israel should make God their King.(53:20) Samson is the 7th judge and is blessed with great strength. His ultimate destruction is symbolic of the descent of the House of Israel. Other myths of the ancient world, those of Nergal and Oedipus, may indicate that Samson's story contains recontextualized tropes from older times.(1:11:00) Abimelech is the 5th judge and slays his seventy brothers.(1:14:15) Jephthah is the 6th judge and makes a rash vow and sacrifices his only daughter.(1:17:47) In the first epilogue Micah sets up a false religion.(1:19:59) In the second epilogue a Levite woman is horribly violated and killed. Civil war ensues among the Israelites. We see that if Christ isn't our King, we will be without civilization. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 373 | Judges, Come Follow Me 2026 (May 25-31) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman dive into the book of Judges and reframe it as a book not about judgment, but about deliverance. They explain that the Hebrew idea behind “judge” is closer to rescuer, defender, or deliverer, and throughout the book they highlight a recurring “cycle of faithfulness”: the people forget God, fall into trouble, cry for help, and God — nevertheless — raises up a deliverer again and again. The hosts emphasize how deeply this pattern reflects the mercy of God toward imperfect people and how every deliverer story ultimately points toward Jesus Christ, the Great Deliverer. The episode explores several major judges and the lessons their stories teach. Othniel reminds listeners that when people ask for help, the Lord sends strength. Ehud's story highlights how God often uses unexpected people and apparent weaknesses for powerful purposes. Deborah becomes one of the central figures of the lesson — a prophetess, encourager, and “mother in Israel” whose willingness to say “I will surely go with you” becomes a model of courage, mentorship, and faithful support. Grace reflects on the importance of people who lend faith and strength to others when they cannot move forward alone. Samson's story becomes a redemption narrative rather than simply a tragedy. Dave and Grace focus especially on the verse stating that “the hair of his head began to grow again,” teaching that even after failure and spiritual distance, strength and closeness with God can return. They emphasize that Samson's greatest moment came after his greatest mistake, illustrating that repentance can lead to even deeper faith and power than before. Gideon's story then highlights anxiety, insecurity, and learning to trust God despite fear. The hosts discuss Gideon asking repeatedly for signs, showing that faithful people can still struggle with doubt, and they connect his story to modern experiences of seeking reassurance, peace, and guidance from God. Throughout the episode, the central message remains constant: God continually raises up deliverers, works through weakness, stays patient with imperfect people, and fights beside His children even when they feel afraid, unqualified, or broken. The stories of Judges become reminders that God does not abandon His people after failure, but instead repeatedly offers rescue, encouragement, and renewed strength. Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 07:45 Israelites turning to idol worship 11:51 God's mercy and deliverance 16:33 Ehud becomes Israel's deliverer 24:19 The fiery conversation with Brooke 26:53 Supportive women in our lives 31:16 Talking about David's daughters 36:49 Deborah's prophecy to Barak 45:12 A sweet parenting moment 49:10 The fall of a biblical judge 53:29 Samson's final act of strength 01:01:40 Discerning God's direction 01:03:11 Dealing with anxiety and faith 01:10:36 Moments of clarity and intuition 01:14:41 The unexpected deliverer story Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app

What does faithful living look like in a broken world? In this sermon on Judges 3:7-11, Pastor Jim Schultz examines the life of Othniel, the first judge of Israel and a man remembered not for fame or greatness, but for quiet faithfulness and obedience to God.As Israel falls into sin and forgets the Lord, God raises up an ordinary man empowered by the Holy Spirit to bring deliverance and peace. Through Othniel's short story, we are reminded that God often works through humble, faithful people who simply trust Him and walk in obedience.This sermon encourages Christians to pursue everyday faithfulness instead of chasing recognition or success. It also points us beyond Othniel to Jesus Christ, the perfect Savior and eternal King who rescues His people from sin and reigns forever.Whether you feel ordinary, overlooked, or weary, this message is a reminder that God uses faithful people for His glory.

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Romans 13 Overthrowing King Charges III Irelend musta overthrow its government. Samson, Gideon, Othniel, and Jael were all Christians. "Democracy" is a Lie Fritz Berggren www.bloodandfaith.com

The Book of Judges reveals a sobering truth about the battle for our minds and hearts. We discover that Israel's repeated cycle of apostasy, oppression, crying out, deliverance, and rest wasn't just ancient history—it's a mirror reflecting our own spiritual struggles today. The core issue wasn't simply that the Israelites sinned; it was that they lost the battle in their minds, trading truth for lies, and reality for fiction. They forgot the Lord not because they couldn't remember Him intellectually, but because their hearts and behaviors were no longer controlled by what they knew to be true about God. Instead, they surrendered to the Baals and Asherahs, the false narratives of their culture. We face the same spiritual warfare today, where the enemy acts as a master social engineer, feeding us deceptions that align perfectly with our disordered desires. Whether through social media's endless scroll that destroys our capacity for meditation and critical thinking, or through subtle lies about our worth, our past, or our future, we're constantly bombarded with falsehoods that promise protection but deliver blisters to our souls. The message is urgent: we must take every thought captive, refuse isolation, renew our minds in God's Word, and recognize that the battle belongs to the Lord. Like Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar—unlikely deliverers whom God raised up—we too can experience freedom when we embrace truth and reject the lies that hold us captive.ChaptersChapter 1: The Danger of Believing Lies0:00 - 10:17We learn how believing lies, even simple ones, can lead to painful consequences in our lives, just as the Israelites' apostasy began with believing deceptions over God's truth.Chapter 2: The Cycle of Apostasy and God's Deliverance10:17 - 22:00We examine the repeated cycle in Judges of apostasy, oppression, crying out, and deliverance, understanding how abandoning God's truth leads to bondage under false narratives.Chapter 3: Social Engineering and the Enemy's Tactics22:00 - 33:45We discover how Satan operates as a social engineer, feeding deceptive thoughts that align with our disordered desires and are reinforced by worldly culture, especially through social media.Chapter 4: Recognizing and Renouncing the Lies We Live33:45 - 41:32We are called to identify the false narratives we believe, renounce them, repent of related sins, and replace them with God's Word while refusing isolation.Chapter 5: Unlikely Deliverers and Victory in Christ41:32 - 50:33Through the stories of Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar, we see that God uses unlikely people to bring deliverance, exposing the enemy's lies as worthless and bringing freedom.

Eine Predigt von Othniel Erdei am 19.04.2026 im 2. Gottesdienst.Bibelstellen:- 2. Korinther 3:18- Johannes 3:16-17Wenn du uns unterstützen möchtest, findest du auf unserer Website unter ⁠gegotrossingen.de/spende⁠ weitere Informationen.

Speaker | Dr. Jim Bradford JUDGES: GOD'S UNUSUAL HEROES - Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar Sunday April 19, 2026 Sermon Slides | YouVersion | Discussion Questions

OthnielJudges 3:1-11​Sermon 04/19/2026Sermon Notes: https://www.opendoorcommunity.net/uploads/6/3/0/8/63085847/04-19-26.pdfEmail: PastorKenWilson@gmail.comWebSite: https://www.opendoorcommunity.net/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/OpenDoorCommunityChurchAugustaFaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/OpenDoorCommunityAugustaDonations: https://www.opendoorcommunity.net/donations.html

Now the children of Israel after their number, to wit, the chief fathers and captains of thousands and hundreds, and their officers that served the king in any matter of the courses, which came in and went out month by month throughout all the months of the year, of every course were twenty and four thousand.2 Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.3 Of the children of Perez was the chief of all the captains of the host for the first month.4 And over the course of the second month was Dodai an Ahohite, and of his course was Mikloth also the ruler: in his course likewise were twenty and four thousand.5 The third captain of the host for the third month was Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, a chief priest: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.6 This is that Benaiah, who was mighty among the thirty, and above the thirty: and in his course was Ammizabad his son.7 The fourth captain for the fourth month was Asahel the brother of Joab, and Zebadiah his son after him: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.8 The fifth captain for the fifth month was Shamhuth the Izrahite: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.9 The sixth captain for the sixth month was Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.10 The seventh captain for the seventh month was Helez the Pelonite, of the children of Ephraim: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.11 The eighth captain for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.12 The ninth captain for the ninth month was Abiezer the Anetothite, of the Benjamites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.13 The tenth captain for the tenth month was Maharai the Netophathite, of the Zarhites: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.14 The eleventh captain for the eleventh month was Benaiah the Pirathonite, of the children of Ephraim: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.15 The twelfth captain for the twelfth month was Heldai the Netophathite, of Othniel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.16 Furthermore over the tribes of Israel: the ruler of the Reubenites was Eliezer the son of Zichri: of the Simeonites, Shephatiah the son of Maachah:17 Of the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of the Aaronites, Zadok:18 Of Judah, Elihu, one of the brethren of David: of Issachar, Omri the son of Michael:19 Of Zebulun, Ishmaiah the son of Obadiah: of Naphtali, Jerimoth the son of Azriel:20 Of the children of Ephraim, Hoshea the son of Azaziah: of the half tribe of Manasseh, Joel the son of Pedaiah:21 Of the half tribe of Manasseh in Gilead, Iddo the son of Zechariah: of Benjamin, Jaasiel the son of Abner:22 Of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.23 But David took not the number of them from twenty years old and under: because the Lord had said he would increase Israel like to the stars of the heavens.24 Joab the son of Zeruiah began to number, but he finished not, because there fell wrath for it against Israel; neither was the number put in the account of the chronicles of king David.25 And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah:26 And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:27 And over the vineyards was Shimei the Ramathite: over the increase of the vineyards for the wine cellars was Zabdi the Shiphmite:28 And over the olive trees and the sycomore trees that were in the low plains was Baalhanan the Gederite: and over the cellars of oil was Joash:29 And over the herds that fed in Sharon was Shitrai the Sharonite: and over the herds that were in the valleys was Shaphat the son of Adlai:30 Over the camels also was Obil the Ishmaelite: and over the asses was Jehdeiah the Meronothite:31 And over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagerite. All these were the rulers of the substance which was king David's.32 Also Jonathan David's uncle was a counsellor, a wise man, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's sons:33 And Ahithophel was the king's counsellor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's companion:34 And after Ahithophel was Jehoiada the son of Benaiah, and Abiathar: and the general of the king's army was Joab.

The book of Judges is the “wild west” of the Bible—a messy, dark season in Israel's history. After settling in the land, the people of Israel failed to continue the fight God had called them to, leaving work unfinished and ground unconquered.In Judges 3, we're introduced to Othniel, the first judge, who shows us what it looks like when God raises up a faithful leader to step into the battle. His story reminds us that God is still calling His people to engage, not retreat.Just like Israel, we're called into a daily spiritual battle. There is still ground to take in our lives—areas where God wants to bring growth, freedom, and victory. The question is: will we step forward in obedience, or settle where we are?Welcome to Antioch Georgetown! We are a church in Georgetown, TX, and our mission is simple--We lead people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:

(Judges 1-3:11) The Book of Judges is a messy, violent cycle of human failure—hardly where we expect to find role models. Yet, in the story of Othniel, we discover the "Comeback Judge." Are you stuck wishing things were how they used to be, or are your arms free to embrace what God is doing today? Join us as we explore why your contribution isn't over and how the Spirit empowers us for what God currently has for us. Please note: Introducing this video was the following Bible Project Video: Book of Judges Summary: A Complete Animated Overview. It can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOYy8iCfIJ4

Shattered Saviors-Othniel by FC Young Adults Podcast

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In this Bible Story, God hears the cries of Israel as he did once in Egypt. Only now, instead of sending Moses, he sends his judges, mighty heroes of great courage, Othniel and Ehud. This story is inspired by Judges 2-3. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is Judges 3:9 from the King James Version.Episode 60: Joshua and his generation had passed and with them, faithfulness to God. In their comfort and peace, the people of Israel abandoned God. So God gave them over to the consequences of their sinful lifestyle and they found themselves under the oppressive rule of Cushan. As they cried out under their burden God sent rescuers, the first of which was named Othniel. But after they were free from their burden they went back to their life of sin. Let’s learn the valuable lesson of faithfulness and of God’s power and heart to rescue as we listen.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world’s greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Week 2 of our Judges series, Pastor Brandon looks at the story of Israel's first judge, Othniel, in the Book of Judges. Though his story is brief, it reveals a powerful truth: the victory didn't come from Othniel's strength, it came from the power of the Holy Spirit working through him. Just as the Spirit empowered Othniel to lead and bring deliverance to Israel, the Holy Spirit is still at work in and through believers today. This message is a reminder that God often uses ordinary people when they rely on His power.

Series: From Judges to JesusSermon Title: OthnielScripture:  Judges 3: 7-11Preaching: Pastor MikeDate: 2/22/26

God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways. Our struggle is that we drift from God. We fall in love with the things of this world, and we forget the goodness, grace and blessings of our God. These are the times that we must repent - cry to God - and He will save us. Our strength is not in ourselves, but in the Spirit of the Lord. He alone is the One who can bring peace in our hearts and in our surroundings. Our world desperately needs godly courageous leaders today - will you be the one? Will you lead others to Jesus, the Prince of Peace? This is your time.

God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways. Our struggle is that we drift from God. We fall in love with the things of this world, and we forget the goodness, grace and blessings of our God. These are the times that we must repent - cry to God - and He will save us. Our strength is not in ourselves, but in the Spirit of the Lord. He alone is the One who can bring peace in our hearts and in our surroundings. Our world desperately needs godly courageous leaders today - will you be the one? Will you lead others to Jesus, the Prince of Peace? This is your time.

God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways. Our struggle is that we drift from God. We fall in love with the things of this world, and we forget the goodness, grace and blessings of our God. These are the times that we must repent - cry to God - and He will save us. Our strength is not in ourselves, but in the Spirit of the Lord. He alone is the One who can bring peace in our hearts and in our surroundings. Our world desperately needs godly courageous leaders today - will you be the one? Will you lead others to Jesus, the Prince of Peace? This is your time.

The sparse details surrounding Othniel and the colorful story of Ehud both draw our attention to the grace of God in delivering his people from the hand of oppression.

Before Judges turns dark, God shows us what leadership was meant to look like.In this episode, we meet Othniel, the first judge of Israel. No drama. No spotlight. No chaos. Just steady obedience in a nation already drifting. Othniel's story is short, but it matters. He reminds us that faithfulness does not need recognition to... The post Judges: Faithfulness Before the Fall first appeared on The Nomad Pastor.

[Exodus 3:17] I have promised to rescue you from your oppression in Egypt. I will lead you to a land flowing with milk and honey--the land where the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites now live."'Some people see __________________, while others see __________________.[Numbers 13:30-33] But Caleb tried to quiet the people as they stood before Moses. "Let's go at once to take the land," he said. "We can certainly conquer it!" [31] But the other men who had explored the land with him disagreed. "We can't go up against them! They are stronger than we are!" [32] So they spread this bad report about the land among the Israelites: "The land we traveled through and explored will devour anyone who goes to live there. All the people we saw were huge. [33] We even saw giants there, the descendants of Anak. Next to them we felt like grasshoppers, and that's what they thought, too!"Faith doesn't deny obstacles it __________________ them through God.[Numbers 14:10] But the whole community began to talk about stoning Joshua and Caleb.It takes endurance to stand in the face of __________________.[Numbers 14:24] But my servant Caleb has a different attitude than the others have. He has remained loyal to me, so I will bring him into the land he explored. His descendants will possess their full share of that land.Waiting isn't __________________ as long as your faith stays __________________.[Joshua 14:10-12] "Now, as you can see, the LORD has kept me alive and well as he promised for all these forty-five years since Moses made this promise--even while Israel wandered in the wilderness. Today I am eighty-five years old. [11] I am as strong now as I was when Moses sent me on that journey, and I can still travel and fight as well as I could then. [12] So give me the hill country that the LORD promised me. You will remember that as scouts we found the descendants of Anak living there in great, walled towns. But if the LORD is with me, I will drive them out of the land, just as the LORD said."Mature faith doesn't ask for __________________ it asks for an __________________.[Judges 3:9-11] But when the people of Israel cried out to the LORD for help, the LORD raised up a rescuer to save them. His name was Othniel, the son of Caleb's younger brother, Kenaz. [10] The Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he became Israel's judge. He went to war against King Cushan-rishathaim of Aram, and the LORD gave Othniel victory over him. [11] So there was peace in the land for forty years. Then Othniel son of Kenaz died.__________________ is formed through obedience.[James 1:3-4] For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. [4] So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.

In this episode, we trace the story of Samson alongside Israel's first judge, Othniel, to see how far God's people—and their leaders—have fallen. From miraculous birth to tragic end, Samson's life is marked by strength without holiness, victory without faithfulness, and passion without obedience. By comparing these two judges, we uncover the pattern of Israel's sin, the danger of compromise, and the faint but real thread of faith God refuses to extinguish. Ultimately, Samson's story points beyond human weakness to our need for a true King—one who can save us not only from our enemies, but from ourselves.

Joshua 15:1-63 I Hometown I Andrew MurchI. The Lord provides his people with a place. (1-12, 20-62) A. The Lord's promise has real substance. B. As boundaries are drawn, a promise is kept. C. In Canaan, Judah settles first.II. The Lord's people must take hold of what he gives. A. Caleb and Othniel reveal the ideal. (13-17) B. Achsah's boldness results in blessing. (18-19)The Lord's provision calls for a response.

The book of Judges confronts us with a sobering cycle that repeats itself throughout Israel's early history in the land. God's people forget the Lord, turn to sin, and find themselves oppressed by enemies they cannot overcome on their own. Yet again and again, the Lord responds not with abandonment, but with faithfulness. Judges chapter 3 introduces us to two unlikely deliverers, Othniel and Ehud, through whom God rescues His suffering people.Othniel appears as a capable and faithful leader, empowered by the Spirit of the Lord to bring rest to the land. Ehud, by contrast, is unexpected and unconventional, a left-handed man whom God uses in a surprising way to defeat a powerful oppressor. Together, their stories remind us that deliverance does not depend on human strength, status, or strategy, but on the saving power of God who keeps His covenant promises.Yet even these deliverances are temporary. Israel's peace is short lived, and the cycle of sin soon begins again. Judges 3 points us beyond Othniel and Ehud to our deeper need for a greater deliverer. We need a Saviour who does not merely rescue for a season, but who saves fully and forever. In Jesus Christ, God's faithfulness reaches its fullest expression, providing the ultimate deliverance from sin, death, and judgement for all who trust in Him.Series: Judges - The Flawed and the FaithfulScripture: Judges 3:7-30Speaker: Pastor David Hallett

Sermon Summary: Judges – Session 2 (Tested, Disciplined, and Delivered) 1. God Allows Opposition to Test Obedience God left certain nations in the land to test Israel's obedience and to teach a new generation how to engage in battle. The presence of adversity was not abandonment, but training. God was preparing His people to live faithfully in a fallen world where conflict is unavoidable. 2. Disobedience Leads to Ongoing Conflict Israel's failure to fully obey God resulted in long-term consequences. Because they refused to drive out the nations as commanded, God allowed those enemies to remain. Their compromise forced them into repeated cycles of struggle, discipline, and deliverance. 3. God Uses Discipline to Correct, Not Destroy When Israel served false gods, God allowed oppression to get their attention. This discipline was not rejection, but loving correction. Scripture shows that God chastens those He loves, using difficulty to turn hearts back to Him. 4. Crying Out Brings Deliverance Each time Israel cried out in repentance, God responded with mercy by raising up a deliverer. Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar, and later Deborah were instruments of God's grace, proving that repentance always opens the door to restoration. 5. God Delivers Through Unlikely People God used unexpected individuals—a left-handed man, a woman judge, and even a tent-dwelling woman—to accomplish His purposes. Victory did not come through human strength or status, but through God's sovereign power working through yielded servants. 6. Unequal Alliances Lead to Idolatry Israel's intermarriage and alliances with the surrounding nations caused them to adopt foreign gods. This mirrors the New Testament warning against being unequally yoked, as compromise always leads to spiritual drift. 7. Leadership and Willing Hearts Bring Victory When leaders led and people willingly followed, God brought victory and peace. When people hesitated or refused to engage, they missed out on what God was doing. Participation matters in God's work. 8. God Is Patient but Not Indifferent Israel's repeated rebellion reveals the depth of God's mercy—but also His justice. God continually forgave intentional sin when His people repented, proving that grace is greater than failure, even when failure is repeated. 9. The Cycle Continues Despite seasons of peace, Israel repeatedly returned to sin once deliverers died. This reveals the danger of living on borrowed faith rather than cultivating a personal, enduring relationship with God. 10. Final Call The sermon challenges believers to: Learn from Israel's compromises Respond quickly to God's correction Cry out in repentance rather than pride Stay yielded and obedient The central truth is clear: God allows testing, disciplines in love, and delivers in mercy—but obedience determines peace.

Jesus our Deliverer (Matthew Chapter 1) - Sunday, 21st December 2025.Matthew 1:21-23 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. 22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, 23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.1. God delivered Israel from Pharaoh. Exodus 3:7-8  And the LORD said, I have surely seen the affliction of my people which are in Egypt, and have heard their cry by reason of their taskmasters; for I know their sorrows; And I am come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land unto a good land and a large, unto a land flowing with milk and honey; unto the place of the Canaanites, and the Hittites, and the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites. 2. God delivered Israel from their enemiesJudges 3:9  And when the children of Israel cried unto the LORD, the LORD raised up a deliverer to the children of Israel, who delivered them, even Othniel the son of Kenaz, Caleb's younger brother.Judges 3:15  But when the children of Israel cried unto the LORD, the LORD raised them up a deliverer, Ehud the son of Gera, a Benjamite, a man left-handed: and by him the children of Israel sent a present unto Eglon the king of Moab.  3. In Isaiah, God is upset with Israel because they do not look to Him for deliverance.Isaiah 50:2  Wherefore, when I came, was there no man? when I called, was there none to answer? Is my hand shortened at all, that it cannot redeem? or have I no power to deliver? behold, at my rebuke I dry up the sea, I make the rivers a wilderness: their fish stinketh, because there is no water, and dieth for thirst.4. In the New Testament, Jesus delivered from storms, death, demons, sickness blindness, deafness, bitterness and on and on!Matthew 8:26  And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.5.  How can I be delivered?Psalm 50:15 And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.Jeremiah 33:3 Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.

Join us for our midweek study through the book of Judges.

Failing the test- God allowed certain enemy nations to remain in the land to test Israel's faithfulness to Him. Othniel was the first of the judges raised up to be a deliverer for Israel.

Guiding Question: How do you live a full and faithful life—both early and late—that reflects God's great adventure for men?

God will give us the victory if we just trust in Him! Fear not! Listen as Rabbi Jeff Zaremsky shares the good news of God's love for HIs people as we trust in Him, He will direct our paths.

Sunday, November 2, 2025Judge #1: OthnielJudges 3:7-11 (NLT) The Israelites did evil in the LORD's sight. They forgot about the LORD their God, and they served the images of Baal and the Asherah poles. Then the LORD burned with anger against Israel, and he turned them over to King Cushan-rishathaim of Aram-naharaim. And the Israelites served Cushan-rishathaim for eight years. But when the people of Israel cried out to the LORD for help, the LORD raised up a rescuer to save them. His name was Othniel, the son of Caleb's younger brother, Kenaz. The Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he became Israel's judge. He went to war against King Cushan-rishathaim of Aram, and the LORD gave Othniel victory over him. So there was peace in the land for forty years. Then Othniel son of Kenaz died.LESSON: It's not enough to be gifted and obedient; we must depend on the Spirit's power in everything we do.Judge #2: EhudJudges 3:12-7 (NLT) Once again the Israelites did evil in the LORD's sight, and the LORD gave King Eglon of Moab control over Israel because of their evil. Eglon enlisted the Ammonites and Amalekites as allies, and then he went out and defeated Israel, taking possession of Jericho, the city of palms. And the Israelites served Eglon of Moab for eighteen years. But when the people of Israel cried out to the LORD for help, the LORD again raised up a rescuer to save them. His name was Ehud son of Gera, a left-handed man of the tribe of Benjamin. The Israelites sent Ehud to deliver their tribute money to King Eglon of Moab. So Ehud made a double-edged dagger that was about a foot long, and he strapped it to his right thigh, keeping it hidden under his clothing. He brought the tribute money to Eglon, who was very fat.LESSON: Be fully available to God—even when you feel limited or less than capable.Judge #3: ShamgarJudges 3:31 (NLT) After Ehud, Shamgar son of Anath rescued Israel. He once killed 600 Philistines with an ox goad.LESSON: Stand strong and give what you have, even if there are limited resources.NEXT STEPSDepend Daily - Begin each day this week with a simple prayer: “Holy Spirit, I depend on You today. Lead me, empower me, and help me not to rely on myself.”Be Available - Ask God to show you one area where you've been holding back because you felt inadequate and say yes to His leading.Use What You Have - Identify one resource, relationship, or skill you already have that could serve God or someone in need this week and act on it.

Her husband’s death began a period of transition for Nora. She took over his hardware business and cared for their three children on her own. “Be strong,” friends often told her. But what does that mean? she’d think. That I must deliver without fail in my responsibilities? God gave great responsibilities to Othniel in a time of transition for the people of Israel. As discipline for the nation’s idolatry, God had given them “into the hands of Cushan-Rishathaim . . . to whom the Israelites were subject for eight years” (Judges 3:8). Under the cruel king of Mesopotamia, the Israelites “cried out to the Lord,” and “he raised up for them a deliverer” (v. 9)—Othniel, whose name means “God’s strength.” As the first judge of Israel, Othniel had no predecessor to help him. This military leader had to guide the Israelites back to living out their covenant relationship with God and defend them from their enemies. But because “the Spirit of the Lord came on him” (v. 10), he succeeded. With God’s strength sustaining Othniel’s leadership, “the land had peace for forty years, until [he] died” (v. 11). How can we truly “be strong”? It’s by knowing we’re not strong and by trusting God to give us His strength. His “grace is sufficient for [us], for [His] power is made perfect in weaknes

We continue our sermon series, Unafraid, looking at different people in Scripture who walked in the Lord without fear of this world. This week, we start our look in Judges 2 and 3 at Othniel.Judges 2:11-13  REBELLIONJUDGES 2:14-15 and JUDGES 2:20-21  CONSEQUENCES    PEOPLE CRYJudges 2:16  GOD ANSWERS                                       JUDGES 2:17  REBELLION                                            Judges 3:7-8  In the middle of spiritual confusion and cultural chaos God looks for A COURAGEOUS VOICE. Judges 3:9  REPENTACE IS THE FIRST STEP TO VICTORY. Judges 1:10-13Matthew Henry - "Caleb is doing what older men should do, and that is inspire the younger generation to serve God." A few things about unafraid Othniel.1. Othniel had a questionable background.2. Othniel was of questionable age.  Judges 3:10-113. Othniel had unquestionable courage AND an unquestionable commitment

In these chapters we see two different kinds of people: one type of person takes God at his word and aims to fully possess all that God has promised. The other type sees all the reasons it won't work, all the reasons to be afraid, all the reasons to feel sorry for themselves. As we compare these examples, we are to hold a mirror up in front of ourselves and ask which type of person we most resemble.Sermon Outline:I. We Must Take Hold of God's Promises by FaithII. We Must Not Forfeit God's Promises Through Fear or CompromiseSermon Discussion Questions:1. In what ways might we, as Christians, fail to “claim” the spiritual inheritance that is ours in Christ? What keeps us from living in the fullness of God's promises?2. Caleb, Othniel, Achsah, and the daughters of Zelophehad demonstrated faithful boldness. How do their stories challenge the way you approach prayer, obedience, or decision-making today?3. What forms of fear, compromise, or self-pity do you see most commonly hindering Christians from whole-hearted discipleship today?4. How does remembering God's faithfulness in the past strengthen our faith for present challenges? What are some practical ways we can cultivate this kind of biblical memory in our daily walk with God?5. If you were to take inventory of your own walk with Christ, where do you see faithful boldness at work, and where do you see tendencies toward half-heartedness? What steps could you take this week to walk more fully in God's promises?

We delve into the era of the Judges, a tumultuous period in Israel's history marked by cycles of disobedience, oppression, deliverance, and drift. We explore the lives and actions of key judges like Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, and Samson, each raised by God to rescue Israel from its enemies. Despite their victories, however, Israel repeatedly falls back into sinful practices, leading to severe consequences. Amidst the moral darkness, the narrative of Ruth and Boaz shines as a light, illustrating God's providence and the preservation of the lineage leading to Israel's future, promised king.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...