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Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay: Practical and Contemporary Lessons from the Book of Judges Paperback – October 1, 2005

by Gary Inrig (Author)
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Popular author Gary Inrig brings you one of the most insightful and complete examinations of the book of Judges. This often-overlooked book of the Bible is full of cultural imagery and unexplained characters, but Inrig helps to bring it up-to-date and make it relevant for today’s world. You’ll find yourself identifying again and again with these biblical characters as this ancient text comes to life!
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  1. Print length
    336 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Discovery House Publishers
  4. Publication date
    October 1, 2005
  5. Dimensions
    5.38 x 0.69 x 8 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1572931655
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1572931657
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How do you survive the cultural "tsunami" that threatens to sweep away all signs of biblical Christianity?

How can you hold firm in the midst of moral and spiritual anarchy?

Christians today face incredible challenges to live a lifestyle that honors God. Surrounded by a culture that defines morality by "whatever works for me," you may sometimes believe your best strategy is to retreat, or even surrender. But retreating, surrendering, or merely surviving the forces that attack your faith are not options when you have been called to carry the values of Christ's kingdom into the world.

Author Gary Inrig finds solid answers in the often-ignored Old Testament book of Judges. "Few periods of history are so much like our own as the time of the Judges--at one moment scaling the peaks of glory and at the next plunging headlong into the swamp of sin...The book of Judges is filled with people very much like us--people with God-given potential for greatness and unfailing capacity for catastrophe."

As Inrig shows you the lives of Israel's judges, you'll find heroes with hearts of iron who trusted God, making a positive impact on their times. You'll also discover the spiritual catastrophe that results when those with feet of clay fail to depend on God.

The triumphs and tragedies of people like Deborah, Gideon, and Samson can teach you the principles that will enable you to "live a powerful, productive life in the midst of a society that is increasingly hostile to loyal followers of the One who alone is Lord."

About the Author

Gary Inrig is a graduate of the University of British Columbia and Dallas Theological Seminary. Dr. Inrig is pastor of Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Redlands, California, and has written several books, including True North, Whole Marriages in a Broken World, Forgiveness, and Pure Desire.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Discovery House Publishers; Revised edition (October 1, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1572931655
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1572931657
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.38 x 0.69 x 8 inches
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    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 67 ratings

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Customers find the book informative and practical, with insightful writing. They say it helps them understand the book of Judges better, and is a useful companion to Bible study. The book provides valuable Biblical insights and is used in conjunction with Bible study.

"...enjoyed it tremendously. It is a study of Judges but it is well written and applies to today's situations also...." Read more

"...It gives thoughtful insight to the dysfunctional actions of the children of Israel, God's chosen nation, after they have inherited the promised land." Read more

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Customers find the book well-written and easy to read. They appreciate the thoughtful writing style and Biblical insights. The author has a skill for conveying information effectively with few words.

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  • Gerri Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2013
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    I had a Christian bookstore for 16 years and sold this book over and over. Recommended it for men that like to read...but I also
    enjoyed it tremendously. It is a study of Judges but it is well written and applies to today's situations also. I can't find my original book so this is my second one.
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  • J G
    5.0 out of 5 stars Really good application
    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2024
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    Wonderful book
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  • Tanya Hudson
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book of Judges Companion
    Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2016
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    This is a fascinating companion to the Bible's Book of Judges. It gives thoughtful insight to the dysfunctional actions of the children of Israel, God's chosen nation, after they have inherited the promised land.
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  • Macon Pollard
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2022
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    So informative for young Christians.
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  • Fletcher's Mom
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inrig's book along side a Precepts study and found his book absolutely wonderful in understanding better the book of Judges
    Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2016
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    I used Dr. Inrig's book along side a Precepts study and found his book absolutely wonderful in understanding better the book of Judges. It is a "keeper" for my library. Written well and captures your attention as he explains people and events that can be difficult to understand without the extra in depth explanation that Dr. Inrig provides.
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  • Adam Faughn
    5.0 out of 5 stars So Helpful
    Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2013
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    I bought this book to help in preparation for a lecture on the book of Judges. Of the resources I gathered, this has been the most helpful. Further, since it uses a "sermon-type" flow, I have referred to it many times when preaching from, or just studying from, the book of Judges.

    I do not agree with everything Inrig writes in this volume, but still find it very helpful and well done.
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  • Cousin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely awesome!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2015
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    This was a fantastic book from beginning to end. I recommend this book for any student of the Bible. I found many very practical lessons in this book. Lessons that will comfort you but challenge you as well. Even though the events of the book of Judges took place several thousand years ago the lessons we learn are for today
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  • AK zero°bike
    4.0 out of 5 stars Mad cow disease is not airborne
    Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2019
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    Sorry, couldn't get past the first paragraph of the preface. He uses adn illustration about a farmer and mad cow disease. The disease is an interferon disease and it's not airborne. It it's spread among cows by ingesting the brain and spinal matter of other cows. Stop grinding up dead cows and feeding it to other cows and you stop the spread. Heating or freezing doesn't help either.
    For more interesting study, read, "the family that couldn't sleep" by D.T. Max
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  • Kiver kiver
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Read
    Reviewed in Canada on October 16, 2019
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    Excellent Reading
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  • brayan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great insights!!!
    Reviewed in Australia on December 28, 2019
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    This is a great book that correlates the similarities between challenges a believer would face in modern times to the time of book of judges. It gives useful insights that a beleiver should be aware of, to lead a faithful life in today's world that is worthy of earning merit to eternal life.
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  • Dan Warkentin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on June 8, 2016
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    Reviewed in Australia on March 3, 2016
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    Not the first time I have read this book. And the second time time is even better than the first. Very well explained on life during this time in history. Nothing is sugar coated, it is told just as it is
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