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INTRODUCTION
When you hear someone say, “That’s old school!”, they are probably referring to something from an earlier era or something they think is “old-fashioned.” However, the phrase “old school” was originally used to suggest a high regard for something shown to have lasting value or quality.
In this collection we will look at the lives of some timeless figures from the Old Testament. Though ancient, their stories hold profound relevance for our lives today, offering us insight through their guiding values.
“These things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our instruction, on whom the ends of the ages have come. 12So, whoever thinks he stands must be careful not to fall.” —1 Corinthians 10:11-12
Get ready to dig into the archives of time and learn some valuable lessons on how we are to live in these ever-changing times. We will look at:
July 4/7
Esther: The Pressure of Doing What’s Right
July 11/14
Saul: The Cost of Pride and Jealousy
July 18/21
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: The Value of Accountable Friendships
July 25/28
Deborah: The Joy of Having Courage
Text: Judges 4 (CSB, Old Testament)
Today’s Takeaway: God gives us courage to accomplish great things.
Week 4 - DEBORAH: THE JOY OF HAVING COURAGE
I. GOD CHOOSES LEADERS BY HIS STANDARDS NOT OURS
A. God uses
B. Deborah
C. Barak
II. DEBORAH’S
FUELED HER COURAGE
A. Deborah wanted to
B. Deborah
III. DEBORAH
BARAK WITH GOD’S TRUTH (v 14)
A. God will give the
B. God has gone
IV. GOD’S PROPHECY AND JUDGMENT IS
(vs 15-24)
A. The army of the king of Canaan is completely
B. Sisera was killed by a
CONCLUSION: What steps do you need to take to increase your courage?
