The Law of Victory: Part 4

Three Leaders Deliver Israel-Judges 3:1-31

True leaders always find a way to help the team win.

Othniel found his people surrounded by enemies from Mesopotamia. He stepped forward, led the armies of Israel against the pagan king, and prevailed. His victory led to 40 years of peace.

Later, Moab formed an alliance with the Ammonites and Amalekites and attacked Israel. The Hebrews suffered defeat and served these enemies for 18 years. When the people cried out to the Lord, Ehud stepped forward and led them to victory. This peace lasted for 80 years.

A third judge, Shamgar, personally struck down 600 Philistines and rallied his people over Philistia. True leadership starts when a person . . .

• Perceives a need (spots a specific problem).
• Possesses a gift (has the competence to address the need).
• Parades a passion (casts vision for a passion to act).
• Persuades a people (attracts others to join the cause).
• Pursues a purpose (employs measures to accomplish the desired goal).

Join me next time for The Law of Victory Part 5