📖 Come, Follow Me • 2026 Old Testament Week 22 • May 25–31, 2026

Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16: 'The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer'

"The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer"
📜 Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16
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Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16
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"'And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.' (Deuteronomy 6:5)"
💡 Scripture Insight: Pondering Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 helps us build spiritual strength and follow Jesus Christ in our daily thoughts and actions.

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📖 Spiritual Takeaway: Understanding the divine sequence of God's dealings in Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 builds our confidence that He is with us today.
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Lesson Quiz Question Bank (7 Questions)

Teacher review and offline question guide for Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16
QUESTION 1 📖
What tragic cyclical pattern repeatedly unfolded in Israel throughout the Book of Judges?
Farming, trading, harvesting, resting
Apostasy/Sin, Oppression/Bondage, Crying to the Lord/Repentance, and Deliverance through a Judge
Conquering foreign lands, building cities, establishing kings
Building temples, singing psalms, sending missionaries
Takeaway: Judges 2:11–19 outlines the recurring cycle: Israel forgot the Lord, served idols, fell into bondage, cried to God, and the Lord raised up judges to deliver them.
QUESTION 2 📖
Who was the inspired prophetess and judge who judged Israel under a palm tree and inspired Barak to victory in Judges 4?
Ruth
Deborah
Hannah
Abigail
Takeaway: Judges 4:4–5: 'And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time... and the children of Israel came up to her for judgment.'
QUESTION 3 📖
What two signs using a fleece of wool did Gideon ask of the Lord to confirm his divine calling in Judges 6:36–40?
Fleece turning red, then white
Dew on the fleece only while the ground was dry, and the next night dew on the ground while the fleece remained dry
Fleece catching fire without burning
Fleece turning to gold
Takeaway: Judges 6:37–40 records Gideon's double fleece test, confirming the Lord would save Israel by his hand.
QUESTION 4 📖
To what small number did the Lord reduce Gideon's army of 32,000 men so Israel could not boast that their own arm had saved them?
1,000 men
300 men who lapped water with their hands like dogs
500 men
70 elders
Takeaway: Judges 7:2 & 7: The Lord brought Gideon's army down to 300 men so Israel could not vaunt themselves saying 'Mine own hand hath saved me.'
QUESTION 5 📖
What unexpected items did Gideon's 300 men carry into battle in Judges 7 to confound the Midianite army in the night?
Iron swords and bronze shields
Trumpets, empty pitchers, and burning lamps/torches inside the pitchers
Bows and poisoned arrows
Slings and smooth stones
Takeaway: Judges 7:16–20: They blew the trumpets, brake the pitchers, held the lamps in their left hands, and cried, 'The sword of the Lord, and of Gideon!'
QUESTION 6 📖
What lifelong covenant vow of consecration was Samson born under that gave him his miraculous physical strength in Judges 13:5?
The Levite priesthood vow
The Nazarite vow unto God from the womb, which included never cutting his hair
The vow of poverty
The vow of silence
Takeaway: Judges 13:5: 'For, lo, thou shalt conceive, and bear a son; and no razor shall come on his head: for the child shall be a Nazarite unto God from the womb.'
QUESTION 7 📖
Who persistently pressured Samson until he revealed the secret of his strength, betraying him to the Philistine lords in Judges 16?
Michal
Delilah
Athaliah
Vashti
Takeaway: Judges 16:16–19: Delilah pressed him daily with her words until his soul was vexed unto death, and he told her all his heart.
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Weekly Story & Discussion

Come, Follow Me • Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16
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Core Scripture Themes

1. Understanding The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer

Moses charged Israel to love God with all their heart, soul, and might, teaching His words diligently to their children at home. As we study these chapters, the Lord teaches principles of covenant living, faith, and patience.

'And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.' (Deuteronomy 6:5)

2. Hearing the Voice of the Lord

Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through prophets, whispering peace to those who sought Him in sincerity and humility.

"Hearken unto the voice of the Lord your God..."

3. The Promise of Deliverance

When trials and challenges arise, Heavenly Father never leaves us alone. His covenants provide an anchor that keeps our testimonies steady.

"The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer..." (Psalm 18:2)

4. Light Along the Path

Jesus Christ is the center of the Old Testament and the center of our lives. Following His example fills our homes and ward family with love.

"I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness..." (John 8:12)

💬 Class & Family Discussion Starters

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What is one scripture or principle from Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 that stood out most to you this week?

2

How can trusting Heavenly Father help you when things at school or with friends feel confusing?

3

What is one practical way you can live this week's lesson in your home with your family?

4

When have you felt the Holy Ghost help you understand a gospel truth?

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