Judges 6:1-40

Contents: More apostasy in Israel. Call of Gideon.

Characters: God, Angel of Jehovah (Jesus), Holy Spirit, Gideon, prophet, Joash.

Conclusion: In times of apostasy, God often calls His mightiest servants from places of obscurity, and inspiring them with the assurance of the divine presence, He works through them great deliverances for His people.

Key Word: Valour, Judges 6:12, (in God's hands).

Strong Verses: Judges 6:34.

Striking Facts: Judges 6:24. Jehovah-shalom (God our peace). See Ephesians 6:15. The peace of God, found alone in Christ who «is our peace,» is the only preparation for intense conflict. In the midst of strife, one who has Christ for his peace, may be possessed of perfect tranquility within. If the Christian is called to battle, let him set up the altar of Jehovah-Shalom.