In this sermon, the preacher announces that the next week's topic will be the life of David. He mentions that there are about 42 chapters dedicated to David in the Bible, and he promises to carefully lead the audience through David's story to help them understand how God trained him. The preacher also highlights the story of Gideon's father as a lesson, emphasizing the importance of having faith in God even when faced with opposition. Overall, the sermon encourages the audience to trust in God and stand firm in their faith.

In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the story of Gideon from the book of Judges. Gideon was uncertain if God was really with him, so he asked for a sign. He put a fleece out on the ground and asked God to make it wet with dew while the ground remained dry. God granted his request, but Gideon still wanted further confirmation, so he asked for the opposite to happen the next night. Again, God granted his request. Gideon then gathered an army to fight against the Midianites, but God told him to reduce the number of soldiers to only 300. Those who were alert and cupped the water in their hands were chosen, while those who buried their faces in the water were sent home. With this small army, Gideon was able to defeat the Midianites.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Gideon from the Bible. Gideon and his men were facing a formidable enemy, but God instructed them to use unconventional methods to defeat their foes. With only 300 men, Gideon followed God's instructions to blow trumpets, break pitchers, and shout, causing confusion and fear among their enemies. This unexpected strategy led to their victory, showing that it was God's power at work, not their own. The sermon emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and following His guidance in all circumstances.

In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith of Calvary Chapel, Costa Mesa, California, leads a verse-by-verse study through the Bible. He focuses on Gideon's defeat over the Midianites as described in Judges, Chapter 7, Verse 1. Pastor Chuck explains how God instructed Gideon to select only 300 men to fight against the Midianites. These men were chosen based on their method of drinking water, and God promised to deliver the Midianites into their hands. Gideon and his men were given trumpets, empty pitchers, and lamps, and they followed God's instructions to surround the Midianite camp and blow their trumpets, declaring the sword of the Lord and of Gideon. The sermon emphasizes the importance of relying on God's power and guidance rather than human arguments and abilities.

Phil Beach Jr. explores the life of Gideon, emphasizing the importance of recognizing our weaknesses and relying on God's strength. He highlights how Gideon, initially seen as a fearful man, was transformed into a mighty warrior through God's calling and empowerment. The sermon encourages believers to embrace their brokenness and allow God to work through them, using the story of Gideon's victory over the Midianites as a metaphor for spiritual battles. Beach emphasizes that true strength comes from acknowledging our dependence on God and being pliable vessels for His glory.