God Works Through Volunteers

“That the leaders led in Israel, that the people volunteered, bless Yahweh!” (Judges 5:2). Judges 5 celebrates leadership and willingness. Deborah’s song highlights something simple but important. When leaders lead and people volunteer, Yahweh is honored. Israel’s victory wasn’t just about military strategy; it was about people stepping into their roles. The chapter contrasts tribes…

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Volunteering for Service

by Edward A. Smith via Sentry Magazine, Vol. 18 No. 1, 31 March 1992 As a young man, I often considered joining our nation’s all-volunteer military. Even though the pay was not great, the benefits and security certainly seemed to outweigh the chances of ever being involved in a major conflict. Reserve duty seemed even…

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