Sermons on Judges 6:11-27:

The Reluctant Hero

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

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A. INTRODUCTION 1. In our study last week we met B __ __ __ __, one of those less-than-perfect "heroes" that appear here and there in the Bible. His careful and cautious approach to the revealed will of God stood in sharp contrast to both the confident assurance of Deborah and the opportunistic ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40

Taking A Stand

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

Gideon moved from being a defeatist and doubter to being a doer.

TAKING A STAND Judges 6:1-22 In the mountains of East Tennessee, there is a beautiful little church with a strange name. On the sign out front the name is artfully written: “Compromise Church.” There is a story behind the name. The church had been built early in the 20th century and the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Lord Is With Us Series

Contributed by William Groover on Oct 2, 2001

Gideon asked, "If the Lord is with us, why did this happen?" I believe his answer today is, "I AM with you!"

I. Many are asking the same question today Gideon asked then: "Lord, if you are with us, why did this happen?" A. The answer then had already been given: because of the sin of the people (6:8-10). That was then. B. One prominent preacher went on national TV recently to interpret Sept. 11 ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Potential Series

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002

First in a series on the life of Gideon

Powerful Potential Judges 6:1-12 Thank You - cards, meals and calls - we are sad for ourselves but we really do rejoice with Mom - can’t think of a better gift than for the Lord to take her at 11:30 on Easter Sunday morning - Intended to announce this last week - Rhonda and I are expecting ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Are You - You're More Than You Think

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 14, 2007

God will use you accoring to what He wants you to do and in His power.

September 16, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Judges 6:7-24 Subject: Knowing Who You Are Title: Who Are You? - You Are More Than You Think Jack was walking along a steep cliff one day, when he accidentally got too close to the edge and fell. On the way down he grabbed a branch, which temporarily ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:7-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gideon, The Reluctant Hero Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 29, 2007

Have you been afraid that your lack of skills, background, or ability to hear God disqualifies you for service? Learn how God worked with a timid man and turned him into a hero.

Do you remember the Sand People from the original Star Wars movie? They lived on Tatooine - I guess their proper name is: Tusken Raiders. Anyway - these nomads were covered all over with rags with little lenses or something to see and breath out of. They carried these big sticks and traveled on ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Are Miracles Really True? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 12, 2005

God is still a God of miracles.

SERIES: “ANSWERS TO SOME OF LIFE’S DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” TEXT: JUDGES 6:11-13 TITLE: “ARE MIRACLES REALLY TRUE?” INTRODUCTION: A. There’s an old story about a skeptic who continually challenged a local preacher. The skeptic loved to try to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Who” Is A Better Question Than "Why” – Gideon's Call Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

“why” is not the best question. Seldom are there answers to the “why”, though as we walk through life we may come to see how God was doing good even through difficulty. The better question is “who” – who will not abandon us in the midst of pain?

“Who” Is A Better Question Than “Why” – Gideon’s Call (Judges 6:1-24) Series: Stories of God’s People April 23, 2006 “Bree,” said Aravis, who was not very interesting in the cut of his tail, “I’ve been wanting to ask you something for a long time. Why do you keep swearing By the Lion and By the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Taking A Stand Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Gideon obeyed God immediately. Even though he was afraid, even though he knew the consequences of his actions were likely to be death, Gideon obeyed.

Taking A Stand: Stories Of The People Of God Judges 6: 25-32 April 30, 2006 Intro: There comes a time when we need to take a stand for what it right. That is rarely easy – it often carries with it a price – but the cost is worth it. In the last book of CS Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia, called ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Then" Or "Where Be”

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 18, 2007

"Why is all this happening to me? I read the Bible, pray, attend church, and tithe." This is exactly what Gideon was saying when he said, "Why then?"

Hebrew 11:31, 32 Judges 6:1-16 "Why then" or “Where be” Israel has been over ran by the invasion of the Midianites. This was not primarily a military invasion like that of an army invading a land. This invasion was more of a gypsy-type migration. The Midianites came into the land of Israel ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

What It Takes To Do His Work

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 21, 2007

Gideon answered the call of God and learnt to overcome discouragement, doubt and obstacles to accomplish the purpose of God.

What does it take to do the work God has called us to do and finish it? Take a look at Gideon. He was called by God for a special purpose at a special time. • God heard the cries of the people, and He wanted to save them from their enemies. He needs a man to do the job. • Gideon needs to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:7-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Everything Is Father Filtered

Contributed by William Hickman on Mar 29, 2007

If you have been under attack lately get ready God is about to show you what the fight is all about.

Everything is Father Filtered Part 1 Judges 6:12 Intro: If you have been under attack lately get ready God is about to show you what the fight is all about. The level of warfare over your life tells you what God is going to build in and through you. Gideon was hiding in a cave: yet God was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gideon: Discovering Why You Were Born

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 11, 2007

How do we discover why we were born? We have to overcome: 1. Discouragement 2. Doubt 3. Obstacles 4. We have to remain faithful

Gideon: Discovering Why You Were Born Judges 6:1-14 I have to confess that I used to like to watch American Idol. And the best part of the season was when all the wannabees come out for the auditions. I lose interest when it is narrowed down to the last 50 who actually have some talent. It is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The "If" Of Everyman Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 14, 2006

Reflections on Gideon’s question, "If the Lord is with us, why have these things happened to us?"

The “If” Of Every Man Judges 6:13 Intro.: Tell the story of Israel’s plight: 1. 40 years of peace followed by apostasy. 2. Oppression by the Midianites. Judges 6:1-6 3. A message from a prophet. Response unknown. 7-10 4. The appearance of an angel to Gideon, through whom God would deliver ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Responding To God

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006

When God is talking are you listening? Are you ready to follow? What holds you back?

Responding to God’s Voice Because the kids are with us this morning…Let me see how you do with this superhero quiz. Q: Why do the Hulk’s tulips look so healthy? A: Because he has a green thumb. Q: Why won’t Captain America use the metric system? A: He refuses to support a foreign ruler. Q: Why was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-17

Denomination: Baptist