Judges 5

LINK: Judges 5

BACKGROUND:
This is a praise song to the Lord written by Deborah. She begins by blessing God and then recounts the events of the battle recorded in chapter four. There are a few details in the song that weren't in the narrative, most significantly, Reuben, Gilead, Dan, and Asher refused to join in the battle and the town of Meroz refused to help and was cursed for the refusal. The poetic language gives a more vivid picture.

REFLECTION/APPLICATION:
Try writing a song or a poem to God, praising him for a particular event in your life.

PRAYER:
Lord, remind us today to praise you and sing for joy because of all you have done for us. Amen.