This message contrasts Abimelech, who was one of Gideon's sons, with Jephthah, who is one of the heroes of faith mentioned in Hebrews. Both came from challenging circumstances. One overcame those circumstances and did his best to follow God, the other did not. God can work powerfully through someone who will submit to Him. There are lessons from both these men that we can apply in our lives today as we learn what to do and what not to do in our Christian walk.

Paul Moody

Pastor, United Church of God

Paul serves as Pastor for the United Church of God congregations in Spokane, Kennewick and Kettle Falls, Washington, and Lewiston, Idaho.    

Paul grew up in the Church of God from a young age. He attended Ambassador College in Big Sandy, Texas from 1991-93. He and his wife, Darla, were married in 1994 and have two children, all residing in Spokane.