How God’s Initial Refusal to Help Israel Highlights the Seriousness of Their Idolatry The biblical narrative during the period of the Judges repeatedly emphasizes a sobering principle: God’s assistance is conditional on Israel’s faithfulness. When the Israelites turn to idolatry and neglect their covenantal obligations, God often allows oppression to … Continue reading How does God’s initial refusal to help Israel highlight the seriousness of their idolatry?