Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
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Gideon was at the bottom of the social ladder and filled with self-doubt when he encountered God. Because of that experience, Gideon was able to drive the enemy out of his homeland.
A. INTRODUCTION: JUDGES 6:11-23
1. Poor. Gideon was the youngest son, of the poorest family, of the weakest tribe in Israel. "My family is poor in Manasseh, and I am least in my father’s house" (I Judges 6:15).
2. Weak Name. Gideon was also called Jerubbal (Baal fighter) after confronting idol
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