This week, we explore the tragic and complex story of Jephthah in chapters 10-12 of Judges—a man rejected for his past, yet chosen to lead Israel in their time of need. Pastor Jesse opens with a look at the recurring cycle that defines Judges: sin, oppression, desperate cries, Spirit-empowered deliverance, and fleeting peace. But Jephthah’s story takes a darker turn when a reckless vow leads to heartbreaking consequences. Through this sobering account, we’re invited to confront our own patterns—learning to stop bargaining with God, embrace honest repentance, and allow faith to shape our pain rather than letting our wounds define us.
