Judges 6: 25- 32

The time had come for Gideon to lead his people. This had to start at home in order to have credence and effectiveness. The Lord commanded him to destroy the local temples and cut down the Asherah poles that were erected to the idols and to use his father's male cow as a sacrifice. The male cow was special since it was a breeder and therefore would allow the herd to continue. There was a hesitancy on Gideon's part since he performed his actions at night and was brought to pass by others who gave him and his family up to an irate crowd. Joash, defended his son against the crowd and was also a God-fearing man. Not only did he defend his son's actions but showed amazing support for him and the Lord. Joash's contention was that if the false gods had any power, they would have defended themselves against the attack by Gideon. Joash was willing to use force to defend his son and his God.

Good day yesterday as far as Monday's go. Still on the road to bring my BP and weight under control - easier said than done. I so enjoy coming back and reading a chapter of Proverbs a day and praying to God for his strength and providence for my friends and family. Suprised to see a water alert in Celebration and during the timeframe that David and Daniel are heading down there with the group. Minor inconvenience but they will cope.

Praise for today: But I pray to you, O Lord, in the time of your favor; in your great love, O God, answer me with your sure salvation.  Psalm 69: 13