Judges 9:16-21
Summary for Judg 9:16-18: 9:16-18 a The people of Shechem had chosen to follow an unworthy man; they had also acted in bad faith by conspiring with Abimelech against Gideon’s family.Summary for Judg 9:19-20: 9:19-20 b The Shechemites were invited to decide whether their actions merited blessing or cursing. The implication was that they had acted in bad faith, so they and Abimelech would destroy each other. The Lord is a devouring fire (Heb 12:29 c), and those who act unfaithfully prove his justice.
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