1 Samuel 12:11
1 Samuel 12:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And the LORD sent Jerubbaal, and Bedan, and Jephthah, and Samuel, and delivered you out of the hand of your enemies on every side, and ye dwelled safe.”
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Read Full Chapter →God answered by raising up deliverers like Gideon and Jephthah, giving Israel safety on every side.
What Does 1 Samuel 12:11 Mean?
Samuel lists the rescuers God sent: Jerubbaal (Gideon), Bedan, Jephthah, and Samuel himself. Through these the Lord delivered Israel from surrounding foes and gave them safety.
Each deliverer was God's gift, raised up at the hour of need. The Lord never abandons His people to their enemies forever; He provides a way of rescue. Every human deliverer points beyond himself to the Savior God always sends to those who call.
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What does 1 Samuel 12:11 mean?
God answered by raising up deliverers like Gideon and Jephthah, giving Israel safety on every side.