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Today's reading covers Judges 8 and Proverbs 14:29–32. Our reflection follows Gideon's pursuit and defeat of the Midianite kings, his harsh dealings with Succoth and Penuel for refusing to aid Israel's army, and the unsettling aftermath of victory. Then, Gideon fashions an ephod from the plunder that becomes a snare, leading "all Israel" into idolatry even in the wake of God's deliverance.

In Proverbs 14:29–32, we consider the understanding of those who are slow to anger and contrast it with the folly of the hot-tempered. Then we reflect on the destructive rot that envy brings to the body, in light of the calm heart that gives it life. Then we see the insult to God found in oppressing the poor, and the refuge the righteous find even in death. Ultimately, we gaze forward through Christ's victory over death and the righteousness applied to those who trust him.

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