Community Of Hope

Judges 3:12-30 – Ehud Background for the book of Judges (summary at bottom): Judges 17:6 & Judges 21:25 - In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as he saw fit. Last week’s key verse: Colossians 3:5 “Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry.” 1. Sin makes us subjects or vassals (one who has to pay tribute). Judges 3:14 – Genesis 4:6, 7; John 8:34 2. Only God can help us – Cry out to Him – Judges 3:15; Psalm 51:3, 4 3. Prepare yourself for battle! Judges 3:16, Ephesians 6 4. Face your sin & kill it. Judges 3:17-23 5. Run and get help. Judges 3:26, 27; 2 Timothy 2:22 6. Victory comes when we let others join us in the battle. Judges 3:28-30 Questions to consider: What are you subject to? Are you tired of being subject to it? Are you ready to get rid of it? Are you crying out to God? Are you running from your sin? Are you l