Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Is there an Othniel in the House?

Othniel is not someone who was well known in the Bible.  He was not one who has a Book in the Bible titled with his name.  But he was mighty in the sight of God.  He was strong in character and I believed he moved when God said move.  He was triumphant in battle and won the hand of Achsah, daughter of Caleb.  The Israelites went to war and lost many battles because of their refusal to follow God.  They began to serve Baal and other Gods.  The Israelites grew tired of being enslaved, etc. and began to cry out unto the Lord for a deliverer.  God had given them Othniel.  But Othniel did not move until the Spirit of the Lord came upon him.  Othniel judged Israel and the land had rest for 40 years.  Forty years is a biblical generation.  Even though the enemy may try and come against you and push you and battle you, you can stand on the Word of God and be at peace.  Don't move until the Lord says so.  Wait for Him to lead and guide you and rest in the Lord.

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