Judges 11 – Making promises
Making open-ended promises to others. 9Jephthah said, "If I come with you and if the LORD gives me victory over the Ammonites, will you really make me ruler over all the people?" 10 "The LORD is our witness," the leaders replied. "We promise to do whatever you say." The people had wanted Jephthah to get rid of the enemies badly but what they promised him indicates that they have done so rashly. They promised to do whatever he says. Don't make the mistake of making open-ended promises to others. We may pledge loyalty or support to someone in an open ended way that will eventually put us in a tight spot. Don't make foolish promises without considering the implications. 30 And Jephthah made a vow to the LORD. He said,…