Day: March 31, 2024

Deborah: Leadership and Wisdom

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Bible Verse:   Judges 4:4-5              

4 Now Deborah, a prophet, the wife of Lappidoth, was leading Israel at that time. 5 She held court under the Palm of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites went up to her to have their disputes decided.

Deborah’s story is recorded in the Book of Judges, where she is revered for her contributions to Israel as a prophetess, judge, and military leader. Renowned for her wisdom and discernment, she became a sought-after figure for her ability to provide wise counsel and decisive judgments. Deborah’s leadership was characterized by her exemplary wisdom, unwavering courage, and steadfast faith. These attributes helped her to drive the Israelites to fight against their oppressors, leading them to a victory against the Canaanite general Sisera, a feat that solidified her legacy as an essential figure in Israelite history,

The Lesson:  Several lessons can be learned from Deborah’s story in the Bible. Firstly, we can learn the importance of embracing leadership roles and using our talents and abilities to serve our communities and uphold justice. Secondly, Deborah exemplifies the significance of courageously stepping into positions of influence and power, regardless of societal expectations or gender norms. Lastly, her unwavering faith and reliance on God’s guidance serve as a powerful reminder for us to trust in God’s wisdom and pursue our callings with confidence and perseverance.

Resurrection Sunday (Easter)

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Verses of the Day: Matthew 28:1-10

Jesus Has Risen

1After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb.

2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. 4 The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men.

5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.”

8 So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”