Jael’s story is one of proving one’s allegiance. Her husband, Heber, had chosen to leave his people, the Kenites, and live among King Jabin of Canaan, who opposed God and His people. And though Scripture does not tell us what Jael thought of God and God’s people, her actions do.

We can only imagine Jabin, wild-eyed and panicked, fleeing the battle, as he sought safety in the tent of his friend Heber. Jael, innocent and hospitable, invites him in. And then drives a tent peg through his temple, proving the Bible is not for the faint of heart.

Many times, as Christians, we talk about what we believe. We are quick to read books, attend church gatherings, and say we’re praying. But do our actions point to the life-changing power of the Gospel? Does our daily living reveal our faith?

So the question becomes: How much like Jael are we? Are our actions proving our allegiance to Christ? Are we loving the left-out, helping the hopeless, and comforting the crushed? Or are our actions betraying our claims to be followers of Christ?

Where is God calling you to take a stand for Him? What in your life is demonstrating your faith?