e100 Challenge- Day 28- Gideon Defeats the Midianites (Judges 6:1-7:25)

In today’s reading, we see just how weak human faith can be, but we see the never-ending patience of our loving and faithful God. We see a man who is reluctant and unsure of his ability to be used by God. Several times he asks God to prove himself, and each time God comes through. Not only does He demonstrate His power to Gideon, He shows the Israelites that they are under His care by delivering them from the Midianites.  Throughout Gideon’s doubt, God provided confirmation that He indeed would be with Gideon. Toward the end of chapter 7, the Lord graciously provided more confirmation to Gideon. Verse 15 says “As soon as Gideon heard the telling of the dream and its interpretation, he worshiped.” In light of his earlier fear, he worshiped, showing his humble submission to God’s plan.

Questions to Consider

Why would God bring Gideon’s army down to 300 men? (Judges 7:2)

Throughout the passage, how did God comfort and reassure Gideon that this battle was in His hands?

What are ways that God is reassuring you that He fights your battles?

Ways to Pray

Ask God to show you ways that He is comforting you each day. Worship Him for providing for you, humbling yourself to His plans. 

The Bux-Mont & Telford Campuses of the Penn Valley Church Multi-Site Network are participating in the e100 Challenge, a 100 day Bible reading program.  True revival comes from prayer and knowing the Word of God.  We can only live the life God intended if we know what he says about it.  Join us as we read through this plan and grow deeper in our knowlege of God's Word.