Judges 6:24 — English NIRV 1996 - Copyrighted only for Website
So Gideon built an altar to honor the Lord there. He called it The Lord Is Peace. It still stands in Ophrah to this very day. Ophrah is in the territory that belongs to the family line of Abiezer.
What Does This Mean?
Gideon built an altar to the Lord and named it Jehovahshalom in Ophrah. This place of worship has remained there until the time this was written. It shows Gideon's dedication to God after a significant encounter.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite place where you feel safe and happy, like your treehouse. Gideon built a special place for God, like his own treehouse, and named it 'The Lord is Peace'. He wanted to remember that God was with him and that he felt safe and happy there.
Historical Background
The book of Judges was written by an unknown author around the 6th century B.C. It was written for the Israelites to remind them of God's faithfulness and the importance of following Him, especially during times of conflict and chaos.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can apply this by setting up a special place in our homes or lives dedicated to God, like a prayer corner or a special time of the day for reflection and worship. It helps us remember and feel God's peace in our daily lives.
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worshippeacefaithdedicationaltarencounter with God
