Devotion from the book of Judges for June 29 - Judges 3:10

Devotion from the book of Judges for June 29 - Judges 3:10

Verse: "And the Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he judged Israel, and went out to war: and the LORD delivered Chushanrishathaim king of Mesopotamia into his hand; and his hand prevailed against Chushanrishathaim." - Judges 3:10 (KJV)

Devotion:

The book of Judges tells the stories of various judges whom God raised up to deliver the people of Israel from their oppressors. One such judge was Othniel, who experienced the empowering presence of the Lord's Spirit upon him. It was through this divine empowerment that he was able to fulfill his calling to judge and deliver Israel from the hands of their enemies.

In our own lives, we may face challenges and battles of different kinds. Sometimes, we find ourselves surrounded by difficulties and opposition, just as the people of Israel were oppressed by foreign kings. But in the midst of it all, we can take comfort in the fact that God's Spirit is available to us as well.

When the Spirit of the Lord came upon Othniel, he was not only able to judge and lead Israel, but he also experienced victory in battle. The Lord delivered the enemy king into his hand, and his hand prevailed. This demonstrates the power and authority that comes from being filled with the Spirit of God.

As believers, we also have access to the Holy Spirit who empowers us for God's purposes. Through the Holy Spirit, we receive wisdom, strength, and guidance to face the challenges and battles of life. It is by relying on the Spirit's leading that we can experience victory and breakthroughs.

Just as Othniel went out to war with the assurance of the Lord's deliverance, we too can face our battles with confidence. We can trust that God goes before us, fights on our behalf, and grants us the victory. The Spirit of the Lord is with us, enabling us to overcome obstacles and fulfill our purpose.

Let us seek the infilling of the Holy Spirit in our lives, surrendering to His leading and relying on His power. May we remember that it is not by our own strength or might, but by the Spirit of the Lord that we can triumph over challenges and experience true victory.

As we reflect on Judges 3:10, let us be encouraged to seek the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. May we rely on His guidance, strength, and wisdom as we navigate the battles we face. Trust in God's deliverance, for He is faithful to lead us to victory.

Let us pray:

Dear Lord, thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit in our lives. We invite Your Spirit to fill us, empower us, and guide us as we face the battles and challenges before us. Help us to rely on Your strength and wisdom, knowing that You are with us and that victory is assured through You. May Your Spirit lead us to triumph and fulfill the purposes You have for us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

May you be filled with the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit as you face the battles in your life. Trust in His guidance, rely on His strength, and experience the victory that comes from walking in His power.

Devotion from Ruth for June 30 - Ruth 1:16

Verse for June 30: "And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God." - Ruth 1:16 (KJV)