“When the princes in Israel take the lead,
when the people willingly offer themselves.” (Judges 5:2)
This chapter records Deborah’s and Barak’s account of their surprising victory over Jabin, king of Canaan, when the Israelites were undermanned, underresourced and without chariots. Nevertheless, Deborah is seeking God’s direction and listening for his guidance. The leaders are proactive, and the people are willing to make sacrifices to follow God. Therefore, God moves to fulfil his purposes and bring his people relief from their enemies. Those who willingly follow the Lord and listen for his guidance are good people to be friends with
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