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Deborah

After the death of Joshua, the Israelites were in a cycle of sin. God used judges to deliver them time and time again. Judges 4 describes Deborah as a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth. Lappidoth translates into “the torch”. Deborah was encouraged to lead by fanning her gifts and abilities into flame for the Lord.

Deborah’s name means honeybee. As Psalm 119:103 teaches, she received God's words like honey. This caused the people to seek her for wisdom and discernment. She brought God's light of truth into a dark period. Not only did she feed the people truth, but she also fought for the people. When they were on the verge of war, the Lord called Deborah to sting the enemy by delegating His strategy to her commander, Barak. She inspired others to align with God and accomplish His mission according to His assignments.

Following their victory over the Canaanites through the hands of Jael, another powerful woman, Deborah and Barak sang a song of victory in Judges 5. Deborah refers to herself as a mother in Israel because she also brought life into their community. We can learn much through her compassion, courage, obedience, and trust in the Lord.

1. Where do you believe the Lord is calling you to fan your gifts into flame for His Kingdom?

Prayer: Lord, I pray I will be a woman who brings light and life into my spheres of influence.