This final part of Gideon’s story is just as action packed as the beginning and takes some interesting twists and turns.
We see the other Israelites not being very helpful to Gideon and his army of 300, and how he reacts to that.
Then Gideon creates an idol…the very thing he bravely destroyed when we met him in the first podcast.
We also see what happens when the people start forgetting what God has done for them.
See what I mean about twists and turns?
But we could ask ourselves some questions.
- How do you react when people don’t help you?
- Have you ever accidentally turned something in your life into an idol?
- Do you sometimes forget what God has done for you?
‘’Forgetfulness has been a common fault with the followers of God. Safety lies in remembering the way God has led and worked in the past, and in continued dependence upon that leadership. Thankfulness springs from remembrance and reflection, and when people do not think on God’s blessings to them, they forget Him and become unthankful. Thus, ingratitude becomes the parent of unbelief. It takes positive effort to remember God.’’Quoted from: Seventh Day Adventist Commentary, Volume 2, Page 356
And finally, two of our many ‘take home’ points are:
+ Thankfulness and remembrance are key elements in our faith and belief in God.
+ Even if you’re scared, you can still be used by God if you are willing to step forward.
This is part 4 of a 4-part miniseries about Gideon.
Today we read from Judges 8 NKJV and by the end of this podcast, you will be able to say that you have ‘read’ the whole story of Gideon.
Medvirkende: Maysie Keye (afd.-leder for Teens) and Kimberley Nelson.