Book 07 - Judges

The book of Judges presents ancient Israel's "glory days" as a time of repeated failure, revealing the human condition apart from God's grace.

This book details how Israel's repeated disobedience to God's law led to suffering and oppression. It serves as a cautionary history over the disastrous consequences of moral compromise and idolatry.

Despite the people's repeated sin, God is portrayed as consistently faithful, forgiving them and sending judges to deliver them from their enemies when they cry out for help. This highlights God's unwavering commitment to his covenant with Israel, even in their faithlessness.

A major takeaway is the danger of relying on one's own moral compass, which often leads to evil. The book emphasizes the need to not follow one's own desires, but rather to follow God's law.