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Think Like Deborah
their enemies. She would later be referred to
as “a mother of Israel” and was a respected
leader and a war hero. With a never say die
attitude and a purposeful, winning mindset,
she spoiled the enemies’ plans and led her
people to victory.
Ann Spangler and Jean Syswerda, in
their book, Women of the Bible, 1 wrote that
throughout history, Deborah has been a
source of encouragement to women. They
explained that when women feel confined or
mistreated, when they feel unsure of what is
right, and what is the right way to proceed
when they are entering unknown territory,
when they feel overlooked or ignored, they
(have often) gained stability and help by
remembering Deborah. I am one of those
women.
It was during our 5:30 AM prayer group
meeting in the fourth watch of the night as
we worshiped, sought God’s presence and
listened in silence for the Holy Spirit’s revelations
that the Lord directed my focus to this
great woman of God—judge, prophetess, and
pioneer, Deborah. As I read from Judges
4-5, I reminded myself to approach each line
of scripture with a fresh and curious heart,
not taking anything for granted, lest I miss
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