Judges 2:6-19 The anger of the LORD
Channel: Mike Attwood
Date: 2022-02-04

The reasons for the failure of the nation of Isra'el.  We saw previously that part of the reason was their failure to go back to Gilgal.  A second reason we will see today is the third-generation syndrome.

The important thing is not merely knowing about God's power, wisdom, acts, etc. but caring enough about it to enter into a relationship and acknowledge him in all our ways.

We see God's anger because of their betrayal.  He is angry at sin because he knows how destructive it is in our lives.

The "sin cycle" is seen throughout the book of Judges.  The children of Isra'el served the Ba'alim; they exchanged the Lord for a new master.  The meanings and history of Baal and Ashterosh/Ishtar/Easter are explained in detail, and considerations of where they are still found in today's society.

The Isra'elites wanted the Caananite nations around them.  It was their choice.  God allowed them to make that choice.  Sometimes the worst thing God can give us is the desire of our hearts.  Be careful what you wish for.  The Lord may give it to you.

We are being proved, tested.  How is our love and loyalty to the Lord?  He has redeemed us at a great price, he loves us, he chastens us, and he delivers us.  On a daily basis our love and loyalty is tested.