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Judges 4:18 · KJV

"And Jael went out to meet Sisera, and said unto him, Turn in, my lord, turn in to me; fear not. And when he had turned in unto her into the tent, she covered him with a mantle."

King James Version

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Passage Context

16But Barak pursued after the chariots, and after the host, unto Harosheth of the Gentiles: and all the host of Sisera fell upon the edge of the sword; and there was not a man left.
17Howbeit Sisera fled away on his feet to the tent of Jael the wife of Heber the Kenite: for there was peace between Jabin the king of Hazor and the house of Heber the Kenite.
18And Jael went out to meet Sisera, and said unto him, Turn in, my lord, turn in to me; fear not. And when he had turned in unto her into the tent, she covered him with a mantle.
19And he said unto her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water to drink; for I am thirsty. And she opened a bottle of milk, and gave him drink, and covered him.
20Again he said unto her, Stand in the door of the tent, and it shall be, when any man doth come and enquire of thee, and say, Is there any man here? that thou shalt say, No.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to unexpected opportunities?

2

What does it mean for you to be courageous?

3

When have you taken a bold step in your life?

Life Application

courage

Be open to taking bold actions when opportunities arise.

hospitality

Practice hospitality and kindness, as it can lead to unexpected outcomes.

People in This Verse

JaelOT

A heroic woman who killed Sisera, a Canaanite commander, to deliver Israel.

First appearance: Judges 4:17

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