Gideon's pursuit of a miracle from God to confirm what he had already seen God do to verify He was with him reminds us of two things. First, that signs from God are always sent to verify His Word. And second, that God is more patient with us than we give Him credit for.

1. A sign is only useful if it points you in the right direction.

2. God always relates to us on the basis of mercy.

3. If you need a miracle, you'll get one. If you don't have a miracle, you don't need one.