Judges

The book of Judges recounts the period between the conclusion of Joshua's leadership and the rise of Israel's kings, as the Israelites repeatedly cycle between worshiping God and turning to pagan gods. Judges chronicling a series of leaders, commonly referred to as judges, who saved Israel from oppression but also display personal flaws and failings. The overarching theme is the recurring cycle of disobedience, defeat, repentance, and deliverance, urging the reader to learn from history and avoid similar patterns. Ultimately, the Gospel message is that Israel still requires a savior beyond a military hero, exemplified by the prophecy of a future deliverer, Jesus Christ.