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• Smith, Bruce Leslie (1932-2001)

• 1980

• Moore Theological College

• Smith begins his study of the Book of Judges by examining the historical and theological context of Israel as described in Joshua 23–24. In these concluding chapters, Joshua’s farewell includes a challenge for the nation of Israel to commit themselves to the living God. Judges then depicts the ongoing threat of Canaanite resistance within the land, as Joshua’s task of conquest remains unfulfilled. Judges 2:11–13 reveals the danger posed by Canaan to Israel: idol worship. The commitment made by Israel in Joshua 24 is evidently unfulfilled once they settle in the land. God brings His judgment upon the people of Israel. His reproof is expressed in their failure to achieve complete military conquest over the Canaanites. The living God stood behind both the initial success and the later failure of the Israelites in their conquests. Yet in the midst of judgment, God also extends grace. Through judgment, God seeks to recover and teach His people. The pattern throughout Judges depicts a constant cycle of judgment and grace. Deliverance comes through the raising up of judges against Israel’s enemies. Judges 3 introduces Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar as leaders raised by God. In the case of Ehud, God works slowly to bring resolution and emancipation to the Israelites.

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