the Chosen People

Ehud: The Hidden Blade

Ehud, an unexpected hero, rises to free Israel from Moabite rule with bold faith and a hidden blade.

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Isaiah 40:31
What do you do when God calls you to act, but fear tells you you’re not enough? Ehud wasn’t a warrior by the world’s standards. Left-handed and overlooked, he was far from the image of a hero. Yet God used him—his weakness, his difference—to bring deliverance to Israel. Ehud’s story reminds us that God doesn’t wait for our credentials; He waits for our obedience. When we face overwhelming odds, it’s tempting to wait for clearer signs or stronger confidence. But just like Ehud, we’re often called to move while afraid, trusting that God’s strength is perfected in our weakness. You don’t need the approval of others or perfect conditions. You need courage rooted in God’s promise. Trust that when God calls, He equips. Your hidden blade—whatever it is—can become a tool for His glory when wielded in faith. Step forward even if your hands tremble. He will renew your strength.
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