Don't JUDGE me
What are judges called?
Deliverers
First Part of Cycle of Sin and Deliverance
Sin
King Cushan
3 Things that Othniel had to do once he was chosen
1. Raise up and army
2. Train an army
3. go into battle against experienced warriors
Why was the book of Judges written?
To show God is in TOTAL control of history
Second Part of Cycle of Sin and Deliverance
Oppression
Israel's first enemy?
Who did Othniel recruit?
Shepherds and Farmers
How many years is the period of Judges?
400
Third Part of Cycle of Sin and Deliverance
Repentance
What was a characteristic of both Israel and their Enemies?
One was weak and one was mighty
How long did Israel experience peace?
40 years
Promised Land is called?
Caanan
4th Part of Cycle of Sin and Deliverance
Deliverance
How long was Israel in slavery for?
8 years
What was a characteristic of Othniel and his leadership?
Courage
Who were the two major leaders before the book of Judges?
Moses and Joshua
Fifth Part of Cycle of Sin and Deliverance
Peace
Who was Othneil's Uncle?
Caleb
How old was Othniel when he defeated the Mesopotamians?
almost 50 years old.