Judges 5:20, 21

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the sixth part "The Judges." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

Join us in praying for peace in our hearts and our nation with this 7-day reading plan featuring prayers from The One Year Pray for America Bible.

What does it look like to lead when you are outnumbered, outmatched, and operating in a world that did not expect you to lead at all? Deborah stands out as an extraordinary figure—a woman whose emergence as a leader defied expectation. Her story is both inspiring and instructive, especially for those who find themselves in unexpected positions of authority. As an outlier among Israel's Judges, Deborah's courage and wisdom continue to instil confidence in anyone who faces the daunting prospect of leading when the odds seem unfavourable.

Progressive leadership, a generation of young people walking away from God, and conflict in the Middle East. This may be an old story, but it’s like it was written yesterday… and has many clues for how we should live today. Join us for part one of a three-part series on the book of Judges following the life of Deborah, a judge in Israel.