Describe the circumstances in Israel prior to Gideon’s judgeship.  (6:1-10)  What were they experiencing?  What was the root cause of their circumstances?

How does Gideon respond to God’s call on his life?  How does God prove himself to Gideon?  (6:11-24)

Once Gideon agrees to follow God’s calling, what does God call him to do?  How does Gideon respond?  (6:25-27)

How do the men of the town respond to Gideon’s actions?  How does Gideon and his family respond?  (6:28-32)

How does Gideon demand a second (and a third) sign from God?  (6:36-40)  Is this a cause for concern?  Why or why not?  What characteristics are we starting to see in Gideon at this point?

How does God reduce the number of Gideon’s army from 32,000 to 300?  (7:1-8)  Why do you think he does this?

How does the Israelite army (of 300 men) defeat the massive Midianite army (of 135,000 men)?  (7:9-25)

Why are the men of Ephraim upset?  How does Gideon respond to their concerns?  (8:1-3)

What happens between Gideon and the people of Succoth?  What happens between Gideon and the people of Penuel?  (8:4-17)  What characteristics are we starting to see in Gideon at this point?

What does Gideon do with Zebah and Zalmunna?  (8:18-21)  Is this concerning?  Why or why not?

What happens in 8:22-32?  What insight does this give us into Gideon’s heart and soul at this point in his life?

Describe the circumstances in Israel after Gideon’s judgeship.  (8:33-35)  Why can we learn from this?  Why is it significant?

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