There is a strong conflict over who the central character of this story. This story highlights the work of God on behalf of His people, through His leader, for His purposes.
Only God can bring us to fulfill the true identity that He created us to have. There is nothing else in this world that can bring that kind of meaning and value to our lives.
Deborah is the judge of Israel, but the power that God filled her with to deliver His people from oppression had nothing to do with physical strength or skill. She delivered God's people through her influence.
When Jesus heals the brokenness of our lives and forgives the dysfunction of our sin, the result is a significant change in the way that we live. The change that takes place will not always be a welcome change to the people around us.
