Judges
Gideon’s Fleece and Victory — Judges 6–7
Overview
Gideon is called by God while Israel suffers under Midian. Though fearful, he asks for signs and then obeys as God reduces his army, proving that victory comes from the Lord and not from human strength.
Details
Key KJV PassageJudges 7:2 — “The people that are with thee are too many for me to give the Midianites into their hands.”
Main CharactersGideon, the angel of the Lord, the Midianites, and God.
Lesson / ThemeGod often works through weakness so that His power and glory are clearly seen.
Connection to ChristChrist brings victory through what appears weak to the world, especially through the cross.
Memory VerseJudges 6:12.
Discussion QuestionsWhy was Gideon afraid? Why did God reduce the army? How can weakness become a place where God’s strength is seen?