Day 74: Trust, TRIUMPH, And Turmoil - Insights From Judges 7-9 | Bible In A Year (CSB)

For Day 74 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we cover Judges 7-9, where Gideon’s small army defeats Midian through God’s unconventional strategy, proving His power over human strength. Yet, triumph turns to turmoil as Gideon’s legacy unravels with idolatry and his son Abimelech’s violent rise, showing the fragility of faithfulness in Israel’s early years.

Questions:
1. God reduces Gideon’s army to 300 in Judges 7—how does this challenge our reliance on our own resources versus trusting God’s provision?

2. Gideon’s ephod in chapter 8 leads Israel back to idolatry—what can this teach us about the dangers of misusing even well-intentioned victories?

3. Abimelech’s ruthless ambition in chapter 9 contrasts with Gideon’s humility—how do we guard against pride or selfishness after experiencing God’s blessings?

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