Longing for a Better Way: Reflections on the Book of Judges

About this episode

J. B. Haws reflects on the story of Gideon in Judges, exploring themes of faith, power, and human weakness.

J. B. Haws examines the story of Gideon in Judges, highlighting its moral tension and unanswered questions. This reflection invites readers to consider how faith, power, and human weakness intersect—and why these ancient stories leave us longing for a higher, more Christlike way.

People in this episode

Guest: J. B. Haws

Topics covered

• faith
• power
• human weakness
• moral tension
• ancient stories
• Christianity

Keywords

• Judges
• Gideon
• faith
• power
• moral tension
• Christlike way
• ancient stories

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Books & works: Book of Judges

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