The first judge of Israel is raised up in response to a Mesopotamian king oppressing Israel for 8 years. As a result of the godly example of Caleb, his descendant Othniel was raised up as the first judge and living proof of the difference God makes in someone's life.

1. Freedom of choice isn't freedom from consequence.

2. A Godly example to the next generation won't be wasted.

3. Apart from God, we can't accomplish anything.