I always get discouraged whenever I leave the stories in the Book of Joshua and start reading the Book of Judges. Under the strong and sanctified leadership of Joshua the people had hope of a glorious future. But when Joshua died, Israel did not continue after the pattern of conquest that he set for them.
Soon the phrase "and the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord" becomes the byword for Judges. I find it depressing.
The Lord was faithful, even though His chosen people were not. He sent judges to call the people back to true worship.
The third judge that ruled in Israel was Deborah, "a mother in Israel". This remarkable woman accompanied Israel's captain into battle - he refused to go without her. She was a woman of compassion, strength, and faith. "My heart is toward the governors of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the people," she said (Judges 5:9).
May God make more of us like Deborah - true to Him, courageous to lead our families in the way that is right, faithful prayer warriors.
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