Re:Verse passage – Judges 3:11-30 (day seven)
“And the land had rest for eighty years.” Vs 30 (ESV)
Imagine a political paradise where there was peace for 80 years. No wars, no conflicts, everything was calm. The land got to rest! To give you a little perspective, the closest the United States has ever been to this is 31 years between the War of 1812–1815 and the Mexican-American War of 1846–48. We are currently at only 76 years since the end of WWII and have had multiple wars and foreign conflicts in that span. 80 years is a long time for peace!
In the cyclical pattern of sin that chases the Israelites through Judges and seemingly the rest of the Old Testament, we see Israel turn back (repent) to God after a time of running away. What is the result? Peace. It’s not just momentary, but it is lasting peace that allows everyone to take a deep breath and rest with God!
Thank you for this fascinating perspective of “peace in our time” (or lack thereof). Dave and I appreciate your insight and wisdom!
Your wisdom is phenomenal! I love this insight into “peace”..that peace that passes all understanding!