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

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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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Scripture Scramble

Weekly Scripture Builder

Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16

Arrange this week's key scripture from Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16:

Tap or click words below in the correct order to assemble the verse...

🎉 Verse Completed!

"'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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Chrono-Quest Timeline

Scripture Sequence Order

The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer

Place these historical events from the scriptures into the correct chronological order:

🌟 Perfect Chronological Order!

You successfully sequenced the sacred events of this lesson.

📖 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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Gospel Connections

Scripture Grouping Grid

The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer

Find four groups of four related gospel items from this week's lesson!

One away! Almost there...

Mistakes remaining:

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Scripture Wheel of Wisdom

Phrase Guesser

The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer

Puzzle 1

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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?

A: Farming, trading, harvesting, resting

B: Conquering foreign lands, building cities, establishing kings

C: ✓ Apostasy/Sin, Oppression/Bondage, Crying to the Lord/Repentance, and Deliverance through a Judge

D: 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?

A: Ruth

B: ✓ Deborah

C: Hannah

D: 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?

A: ✓ Dew on the fleece only while the ground was dry, and the next night dew on the ground while the fleece remained dry

B: Fleece turning red, then white

C: Fleece catching fire without burning

D: 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?

A: 1,000 men

B: 500 men

C: 70 elders

D: ✓ 300 men who lapped water with their hands like dogs

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?

A: Iron swords and bronze shields

B: Bows and poisoned arrows

C: ✓ Trumpets, empty pitchers, and burning lamps/torches inside the pitchers

D: 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?

A: The Levite priesthood vow

B: ✓ The Nazarite vow unto God from the womb, which included never cutting his hair

C: The vow of poverty

D: 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?

A: ✓ Delilah

B: Michal

C: Athaliah

D: 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 & Teacher Guide

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

Week 22 • Teacher & Family Companion

🎓 Teacher & Family Activity Companion

Game Descriptions & Gospel Purposes

Pedagogical guides, spiritual learning objectives, and classroom facilitation tips for each interactive game in Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16. Designed for Sunday School teachers (ages 11–18), Primary leaders, and family scripture study.

5 Lesson Activities

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Scripture Scramble

Weekly Scripture Builder 📖 Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16

How It Works (Teacher Description)

Students tap or click scrambled word tiles in correct sequence to reconstruct the central scripture verse from Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16. Features interactive word undo, reset, and next-word hint assistance.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Scripture memorization and close-reading comprehension. Assembling the verse word-by-word encourages youth to internalize prophetic language and reflect on the divine promises in Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Project the scramble on screen and invite students to assemble the verse collaboratively. Once assembled, recite the full verse aloud together and ask: 'Which phrase in this verse speaks most to you today?'

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Chrono-Quest Timeline

Scripture Sequence Order 📖 Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16

How It Works (Teacher Description)

An interactive chronological sequencing challenge where students arrange pivotal events from Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 in historical order.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Narrative comprehension and understanding divine timing throughout the dispensations of the Old Testament.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Review the chapter headings together first, and discuss how earlier events prepared individuals for later tests of faith.

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Gospel Connections

Scripture Grouping Grid 📖 Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16

How It Works (Teacher Description)

A 4x4 theme-linking grid where youth sort 16 scripture terms from Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 into four thematic categories of four items each.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Doctrinal synthesis and category association. Trains students to identify foundational doctrines, covenants, and prophetic teachings across Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Have students work in pairs to discuss potential connections before selecting four tiles. Ask volunteers to explain the doctrinal relationship of each solved category.

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Scripture Wheel of Wisdom

Phrase Guesser 📖 Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16

How It Works (Teacher Description)

An interactive letter-guessing quest where students reveal sacred scripture phrases from Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 before the oil lamps extinguish.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Active scripture recall and class-wide engagement, accommodating youth of all scripture-reading comfort levels.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Rotate guessing opportunities around the room, and use the solved phrase to introduce the next discussion topic.

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Live Buzzer Trivia Showdown

quiz.intellidwell.net • CFM-W22 📖 Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 (7 Questions)

How It Works (Teacher Description)

Synchronized multiplayer live buzzer showdown hosted via OpenQuiz on quiz.intellidwell.net (Share Code: CFM-W22). The teacher hosts and directs the board on laptop or tablet while youth buzz in using smartphones or physical wireless buzzers. Includes real-time lockouts, countdown timers, sound chimes, and automatic scoring.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Formative comprehension check and class-wide celebration of learning (7 questions). Encourages attentive scripture study throughout the week and unites youth in joyful, gospel-centered fellowship.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Project the big-screen Display Board (quiz.intellidwell.net/display) at the front of the classroom while controlling the pace from your own device (/host). Have youth pair up as companion teams to discuss answers before buzzing in.

Core Scripture Themes

Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16

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)

Daily Faith

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..."

Sacred Covenants

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)

Following Jesus Christ

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

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

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

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

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

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