"description":"The book of Judges takes up the next period of Israel\u2019s history after Joshua. There were 12 judges that were in a sort of leadership over Israel, they were the beginnings of what would be a king for Israel. Samuel was the last judge that anointed the king Saul. When they had times which was blessed from war they would start to fall into apostasy and worship other Gods and idols. They turned their backs on God and then come back to God and then go back. They had a failure of consistency with honoring and following God. The command of God was to utterly drive out all the inhabitants of the promised land. But Israel tried to rationally think out ways to comprise Gods will. God has ordered something we need to follow even if it does not seem to be for our best interest. It often times seems we can think of better ways to do things then God, sometimes Gods timing and plans are different then ours and doesn\u2019t make sense with us. God always knows what He is talking about and knows why. God in all things works for the good of those that belong to Him.",
"description":"The story of Samson begins in chapter 13 of judges. Samson judged Israel for 20 years. The problem with Samson was him going down into the camp of the enemy. If we go into situations that are not suitable then we are asking to be defiled and brought into sin. Samson carried the gates of the city 20 miles when they tried to ambush them. You can play with fire but ultimately you will be burned. If you think you are getting by with your passions and desires watch out because it will catch up with you. Women were the failing point of Samson he went into the enemies camp to see a women which was wrong and immoral but the anointed of God did not leave him. Delilah was a deceiver and it was obvious to Samson that she was wanting him to be caught by the philistines. Samson is guilty of an comprise which is always dangerous, he should have said it is none of your business. But he slowly gets closer to the truth to finally talking about his hair. There are times when people have made a special commitment to God. And we make our determination we are really going to live our life for God. Then we compromise when we receive an invitation and are not totally honest.. we need to be honest for the reason why.",
"description":"This chapter tells us of the moral condition of Israel when it was back at Joshua. This part of the book of Judges goes back to some of the moral decay that goes on during the time of the judges. The moral corruptness that existed with the people of God when they were not fully committed the Lord. Everyone was doing what was right in their own eyes. This is happening in our day in society if it feels right do it. This is a chaotic and anarchy time in Israel where nobody was really following God or the Law of God. Thus it is always a mark of spiritual detoriation when we start to rely on images and idols of God. It does not mean we have forsaken God but rather it is something that shows how our relationship with the living God is waning. The Levite is becoming a professional religionist now for the 10 shekels and a shirt. Paul speaks of the error in the New Testament that godliness is a means of gain. He said this was an evil doctrine and from such depart, Micah feel into this error believing that God would do him good.",
"description":"Gideon shows remarkable character saying that he will not rule over the people nor his sons but saying to the people that the Lord rule over you! Gideon then asked the men for his share of the victory and the spoils. He received 1700 shekels of gold ear rings, and he made an gold ephod (robe). And people started to come and worship it and thus it became a snare in Israel. When Gideon saw how people were revering the gold ephod he did not destroy it but left it. This was a major fault of Gideon. Soon after Gideon was dead they went whoring after Baal the god. Jesus said to people that taught false things that it would be better for them to have a milestone around their necks and thrown in the sea. Ambilech was a lot killed with an milestone. They have hewn out cisterns that cannot hold water, and thus the children of Israel was continually turning from God and served idols. This is the sixth recorded time that they forsook God for idols.",
"description":"All who know and love our Lord Jesus Christ want to avoid the danger of compromise with the world. This message will help one to avoid being caught up in this compromise.",
"description":"Pastor Wilkerson goes through several chapters and verses in the book of Judges showing how Israel repeatedly turned from God, which gave the enemy opportunity to oppress them, and yet, when they cried out to God, he did not rail on them, he sent them a deliverer. God was angry at their sin, yet\u00a0when they cried out he delivered. He wanted them to see they needed him. If you are struggling with a besetting sin, this message will show you the way to deliverance!",
"description":"Ed Miller introduces the life of Gideon as what it means to be a channel through which the Deliverer will deliver. The burden of Ed's heart for this series is how to press into the presence of the Lord, the only hope for blessing. (This series of messages was delivered at the 2002 Del-Mar-Va Men's Retreat in Easton, MD.)",
"description":"What is the preliminary process in becoming a blessing to others? Christ must become not one of many prominent things (even good things like missions, ministry, family, local church) but preeminent--the one and only. And if you do, like Gideon, expect all kinds of opposition, as you become identified with Christ outside the camp and receive a new name: \"Baal fighter\".",
"description":"What does it mean to release the life of God for others? Gideon's 300 provides vital clues of what makes up God's remnant, the New Testament overcomer. We are the vessels God uses, but He must break us in order for His glory to shine out of us.",
"description":"March 30, 2008 - Satan's plan for every true believer in Christ is to take away our spiritual vision and move us into a profitless labor where there is no outflow of the supernatural life. If our separation to God for the purpose of freeing others from oppression is willfully and unwittingly forfeited than we will become weak in the hands of the enemy. We are called to be separated unto God and empowered by the Spirit of God for the sake of every lost soul. If we would know the Lord's strength we must give Him our ALL and embrace HIS plan for our life.",
"description":"This is a prophetic message about what God has planned for North America in particular. In the 1st Chapter of Isaiah Wilkerson shows what this country has become\u00c2\u2026 A nation of slaves.",
"description":"August 28, 2005 - Will we finish our life victoriously or will we end up powerless and ordinary? In order to finish our lives in victory we have to be doing the work of God. The enemy is after the strength of God in us. The devil knows the potential of one person that rises up and cries out to the Holy Spirit to destroy the works of darkness in our lives. The Spirit of God will come upon us and expand us, we will not be defeated with repeated failure. God promises us absolute deliverance",
"description":"This is not what you think. This message is a real treat and eye-opener. So, be sure to have a pen and paper handy to jot down the other scriptures. When Samson stood captive in the presence of the Philistines and they mocked and laughed at him, now blind, and seemingly defeated, they had no idea they were about to die. Today many Christians are in positions where the enemy of their souls taunts and ridicules them, but like Samson, we have the Source of power we need to overcome. This is an excellent message on spiritual warfare and victory.",
"description":"Gideon was a man used by God to vanquish the oppression of the enemy in his people's lives. Gideon got off to a great start with the Lord. But he had a hellish finish. God needs some people whom he can use who want to go all the way with him but they must stay small, dependent on God in their own sight and never touch his glory. A warning against getting your eyes on the church, or the leadership, rather than God. To God alone be the glory, not flesh.",
"description":"From Judges 16 Ravenhill speaks on revival and brings a parrell from that passage to the condition of the Church. He shares some stirring stories to catalyst the hearers to bring their heart low and pray for revival in our day of moral chaos.",
"description":"From Judges 16 Ravenhill speaks on revival and brings a parrell from that passage to the condition of the Church. He shares some stirring stories to catalyst the hearers to bring their heart low and pray for revival in our day of moral chaos.",
"description":"Paris Reidhead preaches what could be called one of the most influential sermons of the 20th century. The real point of this sermon is an indictment of individuals and organizations practising humanism behind a mask of Christianity! \"This sermon should be preached on a regular basis in every church in America!\"",
"description":"Paris Reidhead preaches what could be called one of the most influntial sermons of the 20th century. The real point of this sermon is an indictment of individuals and organizations practising humanism behind a mask of Christianity! \"This sermon should be preached on a regular basis in every church in America!\"",
"description":"It doesn\u2019t matter where you go or how far you drift from the Lord \u2013 God will go after you. And when your heart turns to the Lord - you will find Him right next to you. Its in those times when you feel so insignificant that God will reveal your importance to Him.",
"description":"Great message! If there were really revival in America, people would be walking in Victory over sin. \"Defeat\" has become doctrine in far too many churches. This is another powerful rebuke toward \"false\" Christianity. A \"must hear\" for any Christian.",
"description":"July 10, 2005 - When we finally say enough against the enemy the Lord will come to our defense and fight our enemies. We must begin to understand that God will answer the cry of His people. There is a season when God Almighty will arise to defend the rights of His own name. We are living in a time when God will fight for every soul who longs to be set free and follow after Christ.",