Judges 4 Are you a “sissy?” 

Just as God raised up Joshua and other male leaders to guide the nation of Israel, He has raised up women to fulfill His plans. Today in our reading we come across Deborah who sat under a tree to offer wise counsel to the people, one of whom as Barak. Now Barak was what we call a sissy for his fear of the enemy was stronger than his fear of the Lord. So, because God had called him to exterminate the enemy and he was fearful, God allowed Deborah to counsel him. She was a wife and a prophetess and clearly gave Barak the news that God had chosen him to lead. But, Barak needed more encouragement. Listen to his words: I will go if you will go with me. “Sigh”….When God calls you to do His bidding, He often doesn’t say go get a woman or any other to go with you! However, Barak did and Deborah went with him with this warning: your victory will be given to a woman not you. 

Beloved, when God calls you to serve, He will provide just what you need. Do you trust God to go with you, before you and behind you? Do you trust Him to provide all you need? Or are you a Barak?