# April 28 (Judges 4–5; Psalm 107:23–43; Romans 9–11)

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Podcast: [Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry](https://stenobird.com/podcast/through-the-esv-bible-in-a-year-with-jackie-hill-perry-6726996)
Published: 2026-04-28T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.esv.org/Judges4–5;Psalm107:23–43;Romans9–11/
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## Resource

An exploration of divine sovereignty and human agency through the lens of Israel's history and Paul's theology. The reading moves from the decisive victory of Deborah and Jael to the complex mystery of God's relationship with Israel and the Gentiles.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The victory of Israel over Sisera demonstrates God's power to use unexpected instruments like Deborah and Jael
- Theological tension: The difficult relationship between God's sovereign election and human responsibility in the Book of Romans
- Practical takeaway: Faith is the mechanism of inclusion, as seen in the grafting of the wild olive shoot into the holy root
- Failure mode: The danger of relying on works-based righteousness rather than pursuing God through faith
- Main idea: God's historical actions in the Psalms reflect His ability to deliver those who cry out in distress

## Topics

Judges, Psalms, Romans, Deborah, Divine Sovereignty, Gospel, Israel, Gentiles, Scripture

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Victory of Deborah and Barak: The account of the battle against Sisera and the fulfillment of prophecy through the unexpected heroism of Jael.
- 3:40 — The Song of Deborah: A poetic celebration of the leaders of Israel and the triumph of the Lord over their enemies.
- 7:50 — Deliverance in the Psalms: Reflections on God's power over the sea and His response to those in peril on the great waters.
- 9:40 — The Mystery of Election: Paul's discussion on God's sovereign choice, mercy, and the historical context of Jacob and Esau.
- 12:10 — The Stumbling of Israel: An examination of how Israel's pursuit of law through works led to a stumbling block, and the role of the Gentiles.
- 18:00 — Kindness and Severity: A concluding meditation on the grafting of the Gentiles and the balance of God's kindness and severity.

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