Lessons from a Left-Handed Savior

The sermon delves into the second cycle of Israel's history in Judges Chapter 3, where Israel experiences peace, falls into idolatry, suffers under an oppressor, cries out to God, and is delivered by a judge. The judge in this cycle is Ehud, who is raised by God to free Israel from 18 years of Moabite oppression under King Eglon. Ehud, a left-handed Benjaminite, crafts a double-edged sword and cunningly assassinates Eglon, leading to Israel's victory and 80 years of rest. The narrative showcases God's sovereignty and control, as He empowers Israel to defeat a superior Moabite force and subdue them. The sermon underscores the theme of God's judgment against sin, the futility of idolatry, and the assurance that God is always in control, even when it seems He is not. It calls for trust in God's greater power over earthly forces and the ultimate justice He will dispense. The sermon concludes with the gospel message, emphasizing that sin never goes unpunished, but through faith in Jesus Christ, who suffered for our sins, we can find salvation and escape from God's wrath.