Victory

Judges 7 NIV

There are moments when what stands before us feels bigger than what we have to offer. We may feel outnumbered, overwhelmed, or uncertain that we have what it takes. But God’s strength has never depended on ours. When we surrender our fears, weaknesses, and limitations to Him, He can work in ways we never could on our own. Victory isn’t found in having everything under control; it’s found in trusting the One who does.

1. Last week, Pastor Hinz said that God doesn’t call the brave; he makes brave the called. How did God draw forth bravery from Gideon as seen in Judges 6 & 7?

2. What promises did God give to Gideon? See Judges 6:12 &16 & 7:7 & 9.

       a. What specifically did God promise to Gideon?

3.. When you feel overwhelmed or uncertain, what promise of God do you claim?

4. What is a situation you're in in which you need to remember that you are fighting from the victory, that you are in the LORD Almighty's army?

5. Read Judges 7:16 — What “weapons” has God given you? Talents?

6. If our victory does not come from our own power, from whence does it come? Read Psalm 20:6-7; Zechariah 4:6; 2 Timothy 1:7-14.

        a. What is our role in these verses?

7. In 2 Timothy 1, did Paul’s reliance on God shield him from suffering?

        a. What could be some consequences of fervency in our day and age?

8. How does God use our hardships and victories to convert the world? Read Daniel 12:3; 2 Corinthians 4:6-15; Philippians 2:12-16.

        a. According to the verses, what acts of obedience or trust must we do to hasten the victory?