by Tom Moll The story of Gideon is intriguing. When the angel of the Lord called Gideon a “mighty warrior,” he was threshing wheat in a winepress in hopes of not being discovered by the Midianites. He was not exactly a typical candidate for a general. But God often does not choose the people we […]
July 17 Day 1 Luke 10:1–16 1 Thessalonians 3:1–6 Psalm 138 2 Chronicles 1, 2 Day 2 Luke 10:17–24 1 Thessalonians 3:7–13 Psalm 139 2 Chronicles 3—5 Day 3 Luke 10:25–37 1 Thessalonians 4:1–10 Psalm 140 2 Chronicles 6, 7 Day 4 Luke 10:38–42 1 Thessalonians 4:11–18 Psalm 141 2 Chronicles 8, […]
by Dan Lentz 1. What’s the most encouraging thing that has happened to you lately? Be sure to explain why this was encouraging to you. Read Judges 7:2-4, 13-15; 8:22-26a. 2. From this passage, describe the events and circumstances that were likely discouraging to Gideon. Then describe what was likely encouraging to Gideon. 3. How […]
by Tom Moll Following 40 years of peace the Israelites rebelled against God and he raised up the Moabites to humble them. They repented and cried out for help. God answered, raising up Ehud, the left-handed judge. Empowered by God Ehud easily could have been intimidated by the power and might of Moab. Instead he […]
by Dan Lentz 1. When making a decision, do you act quickly and decisively, or slowly and deliberately? Regardless of your decision making style, give an example when a decision has turned out well for you. Read Judges 3:15-25, 29, 30. 2. Consider some of the decisions made in this passage: • Israel’s decision to cry […]
