The Faith of Gideon

Text: Judges 6:12-13

The Midianites are Israel’s persecution at this time. God sent a prophet because He wanted to get them right so they could live right. Gideon is among the giants of the faith, but I must admit I have questions. Let’s read his story together in Judges.

The Cycle

The inescapable cycle of Judges:

• Sin → Suffering → Supplication → Salvation

I. Faith at the First (Judges 6:12-13)

• Hebrews 11:6: "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him."
• Gideon questions God’s presence and wonders about hi ...