Surprising Grace (Judges 10:1 - 11:11)

The Wisdom Journey with Stephen Davey

Does your past define your future? Judges 10 and 11 reveal a powerful truth: God’s grace isn’t limited by your background, failures, or reputation. Jephthah was rejected by his family, abandoned by his people, and forced to live among criminals. But when Israel needed a leader, God chose him.

This episode explores Jephthah’s unlikely rise to leadership and what it teaches you about God’s redemptive power. Maybe you feel disqualified because of past mistakes or rejection. Maybe you’ve believed the lie that God can’t use someone like you. But Jephthah’s story proves that no one is beyond God’s reach.

When Israel was desperate, they sought the very man they once rejected. And Jephthah, rather than holding onto bitterness, stepped forward in faith. His willingness to forgive and trust God changed history. What can his story teach you about moving beyond past wounds? How can you embrace God’s grace instead of letting shame hold you back?

If you’ve ever wondered whether God can use you, this episode will give you hope. No matter where you’ve been, God’s grace can lead you somewhere new.