Jephthah's Journey
Because of his messy family background, Jephthah's brother's did this to him.
What is kicked him out?
Jephthah made a reckless promise called a "vow" to God right before doing this.
What is going into battle?
This jealous neighboring tribe of Israel started a civil war because they felt left out of the victory celebration.
Who is the tribe of Ephraim?
"If you give me the victory...whatever comes out of my door to meet me will belong to the Lord."
Who is Jephthah?
Jephthah had a perfect family life and was highly respected by his brothers from day one.
What is False?
When Jephthah was exiled, he lived in the wilderness and became the leader of a gang of these.
What are worthless men?
Jephthah promised to sacrifice the first thing that walked out of this location when he returned home.
What is his front door?
Jephthah's men used a secret password at the border checkpoints that means "a stream".
What is Shibboleth?
"Why didn't you call us when you went to fight the Amorites? We are going to burn down your house."
Who are the Ephraimites?
God actually required Jephthah to make a crazy deal to win the battle.
What is false?
This cruel enemy nation attacked Israel, causing the leaders to go begging to Jephthah for help.
Who are the Ammonites?
Instead of an animal, this person unexpectedly ran out of the house first to celebrate his victory.
Who is his daughter?
The retreating Ephraimites were easily caught because their regional accent caused them to pronounce the password this way.
What is Sibboleth?
"You are the ones who kicked me out of my father's house. Why are you coming to me now when you're in trouble?"
Who is Jephthah?
Jephthah's daughter was his only child.
What is True?
This is the reason the elders of Gilead wanted Jephthah back, despite having rejected him earlier.
What is because he was a mighty warrior?
Jephthah's mistake shows we don't need to try to "buy" or bargain for God's help because his love and grace are already this.
What is free? (or a gift)
Because of petty pride and group drama, this staggering number of Israelites died in the civil war.
What is 42,000?
Who is Jephthah's daughter?
Jephthah's story proves that God cares about your heart, not the human "labels" or this part of your life.
What is your past?