Having been a pastor for forty-three years, I have spent countless hours studying the Bible. The stories of the Judges have been an inspiration and encouragement to me in my personal walk with God and are one of the most well-received sermon series I have delivered to my congregation. In the book, David recounts the stories of these sixteen men and one woman to his troops in order to teach them about their past, inspire them to heroic action on the battlefield, and instill in them the importance of serving God. The book illustrates that God uses all kinds of people for His glory.