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Have you ever watched something spiral so far out of control that it made you sick to your stomach? That's exactly what the final chapters of Judges feel like—a society in complete moral freefall.

Diving into Judges 17-21, we confront some of the Bible's most disturbing passages—stories filled with idol worship, sexual violence, tribal warfare, and moral chaos. These chapters repeat a haunting refrain: "In those days Israel had no king, and everyone did what was right in their own eyes." For the first time in the book, God doesn't raise up a judge to deliver His people. It's as if He steps back to let them experience the full consequences of abandoning His ways.

I draw an unexpected parallel with Disney's The Lion King, comparing Israel's deterioration to Scar's disastrous reign over Pride Rock.

This devotional doesn't shy away from difficult truths but points toward hope on the horizon. The chaos at Judges' conclusion sets the stage for Ruth and Samuel, eventually leading to King David and ultimately to Jesus Christ. Sometimes God allows things to fall apart so we can recognize our desperate need for Him. No matter how dark things get, grace offers a way forward. Won't you join me next week as we begin our journey through Samuel, where we'll witness God's preparation for bringing the King who changes everything?

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