Part 7

1.Why might Gideon have felt the need of a sign? Verse 17

2.How did God demonstrate His presence in verses 18-21?

3.Why does God need to assure Gideon that he is not going to die after seeing the angel of the Lord? Verses 22-23

 Looking at verses 25 – 33 The destruction of the places of false Gods

4.Based on verses 25-27 what do we learn about the family practice of faith?

5.Was Gideon right to be fearful? (see verse 30)

6.Do you think it is often hardest to confront family about faith and the need to trust Jesus alone more than others outside of our family? Explain and suggests why this may be the case

7.What evidence does Joash put forward to support his son? See verse 21

Looking at verses 36 – 40 Gideon tests God

8.How was the first test given by Gideon to God evidence of Gods hand of help? Verses 36-38

       9.Why did Gideon feel the need for another teat of God? Verse 39

10.How was this test going to evidence Gods hand of support? Verses 39-40

       11.Christians sometimes speak of putting out a fleece to teat Gods leading.When should you never ask God for a sign?

        12.Jesus seems to rule out testing God in Matt 4:7. What is it Jesus means on this occasion?

         13.Looking at Pauls missionary journey in Acts 16:6-9. How does God direct Paul on this    occasion?

         14,Can you think of other New Testament examples of God giving clear leading?