10 January_IGNITE YOUR DAY: The Unseen Leader: Strategic Leadership of Ehud

IGNITE YOUR DAY: The Unseen Leader: Strategic Leadership of Ehud Key text: Judges 3:14–30 “So the children of Israel served Eglon, king of Moab, for eighteen years. But when the children of Israel cried out to the Lord, the Lord raised up a deliverer for them: Ehud, the son of Gera, the Benjamite, a left-handed man. By him, the children of Israel sent tribute to Eglon, king of Moab…” The story continues to describe Ehud’s daring and strategic actions that led to the deliverance of Israel. Though his name may not be as prominent as other leaders in Scripture, his ministry and leadership cannot be overlooked. The Problem: Israel’s Oppression The narrative begins with the children of Israel in bondage to Eglon, the king of Moab, for 18 years due to their rebellion against God. In their suffering, they cried out to the Lord for deliverance. This reminds us of God’s faithfulness—no matter how far we stray, He is gracious and willing to save when we turn back to Him. The Solution: God’s Strategic Choice God raised up Ehud, a man chosen and empowered by the Holy Spirit for a specific purpose. The text emphasizes his unique traits: Ehud was a Benjamite, from a tribe not known for producing prominent leaders. He was left-handed, a trait often seen as a disadvantage at the time. Yet, what the world viewed as a weakness, God used as a strength. Ehud’s left-handedness became a strategic advantage, enabling him to conceal a weapon in a way that would not arouse suspicion. This highlights an important truth: God uses what seems unconventional or weak to accomplish extraordinary purposes.