Judges 4:1-24
JUDGES: A Faithful God in a Broken World
"Deborah: The Right Woman in the Wrong Time"
(Judges 4:1-24)
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Appealing to the Heart - Michelle Knight
God Is A Warrior - Lomngman and Reid
God’s Sovereignty and Willing Vessels - Younger
Introduction: West Side Story, The Lord of the Rings, and The Bible
The Need for Salvation (4:1-3)
The world often appears to have superior weapons
and be assured of victory.
The Source of Salvation (4:4-7)
The Lord is the Hero of every true salvation story.
The Surprise of the Story (4:8-10)
The Lord frequently uses unconventional means
to bring about salvation.
The Story of Salvation (4:11-16)
The Lord sovereignly orchestrates the events of history
to accomplish His salvation.
The Stunning Reality and Cost of Salvation (4:17-22)
The salvation the Lord brings is often violent and always costly.
The Hero of Salvation (4:23-24)
Ultimately God subdues all of our enemies.
The Lord is the sovereign Hero
of every true salvation story.
Next Steps
Truth
God's hands are not tied by hesitant leaders.
Warning
Hesitant leaders mar their own legacy.
Challenge
Engage in the work of God no matter who or where you are.
This Week’s Growth Guide
God’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
• Monday - Luke 19:1-10
• Tuesday - John 4:1-14
• Wednesday - John 4:15-26
• Thursday - John 4:39-42
• Friday - Judges 5:1-31
Home Church
Our Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught
Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another.
Home Church Questions
• Read Judges 4:1-24.
• What stands out in this passage or from the message?
• Talk about the apparent advantages of today's dominant culture over the church and the work of God. What are the seemingly overwhelming advantages the world has over the people of God?
• Why are we reluctant to be involved in the redemptive work of God?
• The glory always belongs to the Lord but we can participate in His story in significant ways. What tensions does that raise?
• Does God need us? Why does He invite us into His story as significant players?
• What do you think about the role of Deborah (prophetess and leader) and Jael (assassin) in this story?
• What do you think about Barak (not Obama)?
• Trace the providence of God in the entire story. What little details are significant to ensure the outcome?
Finances
Weekly Budget 28,846
Giving For 09/26 32,185
Giving For 10/03 24,377
YTD Budget 403,846
YTD Giving 388,473
over (15,374)
Generations Campaign
Total Pledge 1,535,065
Received-to-date 1,611,337
OCC Packing Party
October 11, noon - 2:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
October 12, 10:00 a.m.- noon and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Our annual packing party for Operation Christmas Child is spread over two days with 4 time slots. During these two days, we will pray for 2400 children, their families, and communities as they receive boxes filled with goodies and presented with the Gospel of the Greatest Gift, Jesus Christ.
Get your fingerprints on global missions as we send the hope of Jesus
to children around the world.
Evening sessions will provide childcare for ages six and under, text Shanna at 336-0332 to RSVP.
New to Fellowship?
We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift.
Get Equipped at Fellowship
Fellowship invites people to enter God’s story, equipping and releasing reproducing disciples of Jesus Christ. Let’s get equipped!
• Church History: Resurrection to time 325 A.D. - October 10 - November 7
For a full description and to register go to fellowshipconway.org/equipped.
Fellowship Kids Pumpkin Patch - October 16, 10-12 Noon
Bring the family and join us at Schaeffers/Collins Pumpkin Patch for some fun. Enjoy the hay and horse rides, animal petting barn, pumpkin picking, and concessions while making memories.
Father/Son CampOut
Attention fathers with sons ages 5-18 years. We are planning a great campout for October 29-30, Friday-Saturday, at The Blass Scout Reservation in Damascus. Plan now to make memories of camping and fishing with other men from Fellowship.
Join a Small Group
Fellowship’s Home Church Ministry has launched, but there is still time to join a small group of believers focused on connecting, growing, and serving together. For more information, go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurch for more information.
A Place For You
Finding just the right area to serve can sometimes be intimidating, but knowing what opportunities are available and the time commitment is to fulfill the role could help you make the right connection. Go to fellowshipconway.org/serve to see current and ongoing service opportunities for a good fit and try out what interests you.