Judges 19 is one of the most tragic and unsettling accounts in all of Scripture—a mirror reflecting what happens when a society abandons God’s moral law. In this episode of Finish the Race, we explore the brutal story of the Levite and his concubine, a narrative that exposes the deep moral decay of Israel during the time when “there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes.” This chapter is not merely historical—it’s a prophetic warning to every generation that turns away from righteousness.As we unpack this dark passage, we’ll discuss how the spiritual vacuum of Israel’s heart led to lawlessness, perversion, and violence. The story of Gibeah shows that when truth is cast aside, human depravity rushes in to fill the void. We’ll examine the parallels between ancient Israel’s moral collapse and the modern world’s growing rebellion against God—where relativism, sensuality, and self-rule reign supreme.Yet, even in the ashes of this moral disaster, God’s sovereignty and justice remain unshaken. The story of Judges 19 ultimately points us to our need for a righteous King—Jesus Christ—who alone can cleanse, redeem, and restore what sin has defiled. This episode challenges believers to confront cultural decay not with despair, but with holy conviction and renewed commitment to living under God’s authority.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.