Judges 3:10 Meaning and Explanation
“And the Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he judged Israel, and went out to war: and the LORD delivered Chushanrishathaim king of Mesopotamia into his hand; and his hand prevailed against Chushanrishathaim.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The Spirit of the LORD came upon Othniel, who judged Israel and prevailed over the oppressing king.
What Does Judges 3:10 Mean?
This verse shows the source of Othniel's strength. The Spirit of the LORD comes upon him, and only then does he judge Israel and go to war. The victory is plainly credited to the LORD, who delivered the enemy into his hand.
The point is unmistakable: the deliverer's power is not his own. What he accomplishes flows from the Spirit resting upon him. Throughout Scripture, those whom God calls He also equips by His Spirit. We are never asked to face our battles in mere human strength. The same Spirit who came upon the judges is the gift God still pours out to enable His people for the work He gives.
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What does Judges 3:10 mean?
The Spirit of the LORD came upon Othniel, who judged Israel and prevailed over the oppressing king.