DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

God reduced Gideon’s army to prevent Israel from boasting. In what areas of your life are you tempted to rely on your own strengths/abilities rather than on God? How can you actively combat this?
Gideon’s fear and need for reassurance from God were prominent in this passage. How do you relate to Gideon’s doubts and anxieties in your own spiritual journey?
Gideon was encouraged by God’s Word and reassurances before the battle. How do you seek and rely on God’s Word during challenging times? Can you share a recent experience where Scripture provided you the strength or guidance you needed?
What was the most helpful/challenging/encouraging part of the sermon for you?