LWWC - Judges - Session 3

Judges – Session 3 | God Uses Imperfect People Who Trust Him

In this session from Judges chapters 6–7, we examine God’s call of Gideon and discover how the Lord delivers His people through faith, obedience, and dependence—not human strength or numbers

The message opens with the familiar cycle found throughout Judges: Israel turns away from God, oppression follows, and God raises up a deliverer. This time, Israel is crushed by the Midianites, who repeatedly destroy their crops and resources, leaving the people impoverished and fearful. When Israel finally cries out, God responds—not immediately with victory, but with correction and calling.

Gideon is introduced hiding in fear, yet God addresses him as a “mighty man of valor.” This moment highlights a powerful truth: God speaks identity and purpose into people before they see it themselves. Gideon’s doubts, questions, and insecurity do not disqualify him—his willingness to listen and obey is what matters.

As God prepares Gideon for battle, He intentionally reduces the army from thousands to just 300 men, ensuring that the victory will clearly belong to the Lord. The lesson is unmistakable: God does not need our strength to accomplish His will—He desires our trust. Fear is removed, faith is refined, and reliance on God becomes the only option.

Throughout the account, God repeatedly confirms His word to Gideon—through signs, the fleece, and even overheard enemy conversations. These moments reveal God’s patience and compassion toward human weakness, and His desire to strengthen His servants with confidence and courage.

The miraculous victory over Midian demonstrates that God fights for His people when they obey Him. Worship, obedience, and unity precede the triumph, and confusion falls on the enemy rather than Israel. Yet even after victory, the story reminds us that pride, offense, and division can still threaten God’s work if hearts are not guarded.

The session closes with a sobering reminder of God’s mercy and justice. While His patience is immense, persistent rebellion has consequences. Still, God continually places “roadblocks of grace” in humanity’s path, calling people to repentance and life. His desire is not destruction, but restoration.

Key Takeaway

God delights in using ordinary, imperfect people who trust Him completely. Victory does not come through strength, numbers, or confidence—but through obedience, faith, and dependence on the Lord.