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• Webb, Barry G.

• 2003-06-10

• Moore Theological College

• Webb examines the second introductory statement following Joshua’s death in Judges 2:16–3:5. The first introduction (1:1–2:5) recounts Israel’s military struggles and highlights their unfaithfulness, culminating in the angel of the Lord’s rebuke. The second introduction focuses on the generations after Joshua, emphasized through the Lord’s speech. Joshua’s repeated recollection underscores Israel’s situation, especially regarding the unfinished conquest. God left nations unconquered to test Israel’s faithfulness. Their failure made these nations a constant thorn and served to harden Israel in battle. Israel’s disobedience included ethnic and spiritual integration with neighboring cultures, as described in verses 16–19. Judgment came in the form of persistent threats from these nations, yet God’s compassion responded to Israel’s suffering. Two enduring themes emerge: Israel’s persistent abandonment of God, and the nation’s survival despite its failures. Salvation for Israel wasn't due to their works or through the activity of the judges. Rather, God saved the nation solely through His will. From this nation came the Messiah who would extend salvation to all peoples. Like the Israelites at the time of Judges, God will accomplish His purposes for us despite current circumstances.

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