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 Gideon 1

Preparation
Read Judges 6:1-40

(6:1-10) The cycle continues
-            What is the result of Israel’s disobedience?

(6:11-16) Finding the hero
-            How is Gideon a picture of Israel’s weakness?

(6:13-24, 36-40) A slow start
-            How is Gideon like Barak?
-            How would you summarise his attitude to God?

(6:25-35) Gideon .v. Baal
-            How does God draw out Gideon’s courage?
-            Why was it good that Gideon was discovered?

Group Study
Introduction: Why do people find it hard to show weakness?
Read Judges 7:1-25

(7:1-8) Why does God thin out the army?
-            Why does God sometimes keep us weak? Look up 2 Corinthians 12:7b-10

(7:9-16) How does God encourage Gideon?
-            Has God ever given you the encouragement you needed for a particular situation?

(7:17-24) How is the victory won?
-            How does this reinforce what we saw with Deborah and Barak?

How has God transformed Gideon in Judges 6-7?

How might God be teaching you not to trust in your own strength?

12/08/2026

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Stuart Hull and Nigel Day (Churchwardens)
Please note that we are currently seeking a new Vicar, following the retirement of Revd Peter Breckwoldt in July 2025