Gideon's first "battle" wasn't a traditional military engagement, but an act of defiance against idolatry. He was commanded to destroy the altar of Baal in his father's town and the grove of Asherah, representing an act of opposition against the prevalent worship of false gods. This was a symbolic act of rebellion against the Israelites' idolatry. Later, Gideon led a significant military victory against the Midianites.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
The Altar of Baal:
Gideon, with ten of his men, secretly destroyed the altar of Baal and cut down the grove of Asherah in the middle of the night. This act was a direct challenge to the idolatrous practices of the Israelites.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
The Altar of Baal:
Gideon, with ten of his men, secretly destroyed the altar of Baal and cut down the grove of Asherah in the middle of the night. This act was a direct challenge to the idolatrous practices of the Israelites.
The Israelites in Gideon's city reacted with anger and a desire to kill him when they learned he had destroyed the altar of Baal and the Asherah pole. They demanded Gideon's father, Joash, hand him over to be killed. However, Joash, in a show of defiance and skepticism, challenged Baal to defend himself, effectively protecting Gideon. 🤣
God reduced Gideon's army to 300 men to ensure the Israelites would give the glory for the victory to Him, not themselves. The initial large army of 32,000 was deemed too big because God wanted to demonstrate his power in a way that was undeniable. He wanted the Israelites to understand that their victory was a result of divine intervention, not their own strength or numbers.
Forwarded from AUSSIE~NEWS
..
from @Aussie_News 🦘
⬛⬛ MASSIVE BLACK-OUTS ⬛⬛
AN UNEXPLAINED BLACKOUT IN SPAIN, PORTUGAL, SOUTHERN FRANCE and GERMANY
INTERNET, TRAINS, PLANES STOPPED. AIRPORTS CHAOS.
MADRID GOVERNOR REQUESTED THAT THE ARMY BE PUT ON ALERT
(EMERGENCY ALERT LEVEL 3).
CYBER ATTACK SUSPECTED,
BUT NOT CONFIRMED
More information and updates on TheO (private Indy Press channel).
Current joining link:
t.me/+8Nx5h1XWs8UwYmM1
https://amg-news.com/breaking-news-blackout-chaos-spreads-across-europe-spain-portugal-france-belgium-under-siege-video/
join : t.me/Aussie_News
.
from @Aussie_News 🦘
⬛⬛ MASSIVE BLACK-OUTS ⬛⬛
AN UNEXPLAINED BLACKOUT IN SPAIN, PORTUGAL, SOUTHERN FRANCE and GERMANY
INTERNET, TRAINS, PLANES STOPPED. AIRPORTS CHAOS.
MADRID GOVERNOR REQUESTED THAT THE ARMY BE PUT ON ALERT
(EMERGENCY ALERT LEVEL 3).
CYBER ATTACK SUSPECTED,
BUT NOT CONFIRMED
More information and updates on TheO (private Indy Press channel).
Current joining link:
t.me/+8Nx5h1XWs8UwYmM1
https://amg-news.com/breaking-news-blackout-chaos-spreads-across-europe-spain-portugal-france-belgium-under-siege-video/
join : t.me/Aussie_News
.
Telegram
TheO. Opinions. News 🇦🇺🇮🇱
Economy, Unalienable Rights & Ideas - for an intelligent, mature audience. Intellectual, no emotionalism. No sensation & conspiracy here. Information and Opinion are divided - Accurate & Trusted. Founder and Curator: https://indopacreport.com
Forwarded from :-)
As South Africans, we're used to frequent electricity power outages (load-shedding). I smiled when I watched the TV news from Portugal and Spain - people were panicking while shopping, and most of the food shelves were empty.
In Judges 7:13, Gideon overhears a soldier telling his friend about a dream. The dream involved a barley cake tumbling into the Midianite camp and knocking over a tent. The man's friend then interprets the dream as a sign that God will deliver Midian into Gideon's hands.
Upon overhearing the dream and its interpretation, Gideon responded with a profound sense of faith and divine reassurance. He bowed down in worship and then returned to his camp, announcing to his men that the Lord had given the Midianite camp into their hands. This experience solidified his belief in God's power and his own role in delivering Israel.
How many soldiers did the Midianites have against Gideon?
The Midianite army consisted of an estimated 135,000 soldiers, as described in the Bible. Gideon, leading the Israelite army, initially had 32,000 soldiers, which was later reduced to 300.
God be glorified ❤️🔥
The Midianite army consisted of an estimated 135,000 soldiers, as described in the Bible. Gideon, leading the Israelite army, initially had 32,000 soldiers, which was later reduced to 300.
God be glorified ❤️🔥
In the story of Gideon in Judges 7, it was a Midianite guard who told his friend about a dream he had, and then the friend interpreted the dream. Gideon overheard both the dream and its interpretation.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Gideon, while spying on the Midianite camp, overhears a man describing a dream he had.
The dream involved a round loaf of barley bread that rolled into the camp and hit a tent, causing it to collapse, according to one version.
The man's friend then interprets the dream, saying it is about Gideon and the defeat of the Midianite army.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Gideon, while spying on the Midianite camp, overhears a man describing a dream he had.
The dream involved a round loaf of barley bread that rolled into the camp and hit a tent, causing it to collapse, according to one version.
The man's friend then interprets the dream, saying it is about Gideon and the defeat of the Midianite army.
In Judges 7, Gideon is able to understand the Midianite dream because the text suggests the Midianites were likely descendants of Abraham and therefore spoke a language closely related to Hebrew.
Additionally, the Midianites had been dominating Israel for seven years, meaning Gideon may have learned their language. The interpretation of the dream itself, which involved a loaf of bread destroying a tent, was straightforward and likely conveyed the same meaning regardless of the specific language, emphasizing the Israelites' eventual victory.
Additionally, the Midianites had been dominating Israel for seven years, meaning Gideon may have learned their language. The interpretation of the dream itself, which involved a loaf of bread destroying a tent, was straightforward and likely conveyed the same meaning regardless of the specific language, emphasizing the Israelites' eventual victory.
God's Guidance:
The Bible also suggests that God may have inspired the Midianite to tell Gideon the dream and interpret it, further emphasizing that the core message of the dream was divinely intended for Gideon to hear and understand.
The Bible also suggests that God may have inspired the Midianite to tell Gideon the dream and interpret it, further emphasizing that the core message of the dream was divinely intended for Gideon to hear and understand.
the Fire, the Jar, and the Trumpet 🎺
In the story of Gideon, the fire, the jar, and the trumpet are key elements of a miraculous military victory over the Midianites. Gideon, with a small force of 300 men, employed a clever stratagem: they each held a trumpet and a torch hidden in a jar, surrounding the Midianite camp. When the signal was given, they blew their trumpets, smashed their jars to reveal the torches, and shouted battle cries, creating chaos and fear in the enemy camp. The Midianites, believing a much larger army was attacking, turned on each other and were ultimately defeated by the Israelites.
Glory to God 🤗
In the story of Gideon, the fire, the jar, and the trumpet are key elements of a miraculous military victory over the Midianites. Gideon, with a small force of 300 men, employed a clever stratagem: they each held a trumpet and a torch hidden in a jar, surrounding the Midianite camp. When the signal was given, they blew their trumpets, smashed their jars to reveal the torches, and shouted battle cries, creating chaos and fear in the enemy camp. The Midianites, believing a much larger army was attacking, turned on each other and were ultimately defeated by the Israelites.
Glory to God 🤗
Obedience is a sign of love and trust:
Many scriptures emphasize the importance of obedience as a way to demonstrate love for God and to trust in His wisdom and guidance.
God's will extends beyond obedience:
God's will encompasses a vast range of possibilities, including the development of character, the growth of faith, and the expression of love and compassion, all of which can be manifested in various ways, not just through strict adherence to rules.
God's grace and mercy:
Even in disobedience, God's grace and mercy can still work, offering opportunities for repentance and restoration.
Free will:
God provides individuals with the free will to make choices, including choices that may not align with His will.
Diverse outcomes:
The consequences of obedience and disobedience are not always predictable or linear, and God's plan may involve both blessings and challenges, depending on individual circumstances and choices.
Many scriptures emphasize the importance of obedience as a way to demonstrate love for God and to trust in His wisdom and guidance.
God's will extends beyond obedience:
God's will encompasses a vast range of possibilities, including the development of character, the growth of faith, and the expression of love and compassion, all of which can be manifested in various ways, not just through strict adherence to rules.
God's grace and mercy:
Even in disobedience, God's grace and mercy can still work, offering opportunities for repentance and restoration.
Free will:
God provides individuals with the free will to make choices, including choices that may not align with His will.
Diverse outcomes:
The consequences of obedience and disobedience are not always predictable or linear, and God's plan may involve both blessings and challenges, depending on individual circumstances and choices.