Judges 5 - Deborah praises God in songs

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Synopsis

Israelite culture cherished singing and music. When Deborah had victory over the enemies, she composed a song of praise to God . The words recount Israel's great victory over their oppressor. The people also had a joyous celebration as they were released from their tormentors.

Deborah proclaimed God's greatness by giving Him credit for the victory. She did not claim credit herself.

Singing praises to our God is an excellent way to preserve and retell His faithfulness. In fact, whether we are experiencing victory or a major dilemma, singing praises to God can have a positive impact and effect to how we look at the situation and surmount it.

What I learnt

1 Thessalonian 5:18 says , "give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." Indeed, giving thanks in singing lift us up and out of our difficult circumstances. Singing praises to God also strengthens our faith as we recounts His faithfulness.

Let's be determined to have a song of praise to God in our mouth at all times.

Coming up next...

Gideon is another well known judge. Let's learn from him. Check it out next Monday.