Military Exploits of God

In Exodus 17:8-16, we find the account of Amalek coming out to fight against Israel after Israel had left Egypt. Moses told Joshua to choose men for the fight, and then proceeded to tell Joshua that he would station himself on top of the hill with the staff of God in his hand. As Moses held his hands up, Israel had the upper hand and was winning the fight; however, as soon as his hand lowered, the tide turned and Amalek prevailed. Aaron and Hur, who were with Moses, then sat a stone under Moses, and then they held his hands up for him so that Israel might win. His hands were steady until the sun set, and Joshua overwhelmed the people of Amalek.

Judges 3:31 is the only verse in the Bible about the judge Shamgar. Shamgar defeated 600 Philistines with an ox goad. An ox goad is a tool for driving oxen; basically it is a large staff with a pointed end with which you goad (drive) oxen. The Bible is full of exploits and showcases of the power of the Almighty. What are we so afraid of (Romans 8:31)?