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Rebellion: A Study in Judges

DAY 11 OF 22

What does it say?

After three years, the men of Shechem had grown to hate Abimelech, and a battle resulted in his death.

What does it mean?

The men of Shechem eventually saw Abimelech for the abominable man he was but his power made getting rid of him difficult. However, God had not forgotten the atrocities he had brought on his brothers. The Lord had warned the city of Shechem through Jotham and had given them three years of grace. Now it was time for God to intervene, bringing judgment upon the sinful leader and the sinful city. Abimelech and the people of

Shechem were held accountable for their actions. Abimelech was killed in battle but not before causing the death of many of his own subjects.

How should I respond?

Many countries today are ruled by harsh men who neglect the well-being of their citizens and, in some cases, even harm them. What accounts from the news immediately come to your thoughts? How should followers of Christ respond to that kind of evil in the world? First, pray for people whose leaders are cruel and uncaring. Put visual reminders on your refrigerator or bathroom mirror. Then, look for opportunities to support mission trips and relief efforts to those countries. Your actions might be the answer to their prayers.

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Rebellion: A Study in Judges

For all the victory and triumph in the book of Joshua, Judges paints a far more somber picture. The repetition, "Everyone did what was right in their own eyes" (Judges 17:6, 21:25) describes this dark period of Israel's history succinctly. Yet even in the midst of their rebellion, God was faithful to fulfill his covenantal promises to his people.

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