Then the men of the city said to Joash, "Bring out your son. He must die, because he has torn down Baal's altar and cut down the Asherah pole beside it." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Judges 6:30? 2. How does Judges 6:30 challenge us to stand firm in our faith today? 3. What does Gideon's father's response teach about defending God's truth? 4. How can we apply Gideon's courage to confront idolatry in our lives? 5. How does Judges 6:30 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 6. What actions can we take to resist societal pressures against our beliefs? 7. Why did the men of the city demand Gideon's death in Judges 6:30? 8. How does Judges 6:30 reflect the conflict between idolatry and worship of God? 9. What does Judges 6:30 reveal about the cultural practices of ancient Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 6? 11. What is the summary of Gideon's story in the Bible? 12. Judges 6:25-27: Is there any archaeological evidence supporting the destruction of Baal's altar in Gideon's hometown? 13. (Judges 10:6) What extra-biblical evidence supports or contradicts Israel's repeated apostasy to multiple foreign gods? 14. What does an Asherah pole represent? Discussion Questions 1. How does Gideon's action in Judges 6:30 reflect the first and second commandments given in Exodus 20:3-5?2. In what ways can we demonstrate courage in our faith today, similar to Gideon's actions against idolatry? 3. How does Joash's response to the men of the city influence our understanding of parental roles in spiritual matters? 4. What are some modern-day "idols" that Christians might need to confront, and how can we do so effectively? 5. How does the account of Gideon encourage us to trust in God's protection when we stand for His truth?1. How does the Israelites' suffering in the hands of the Midianites reflect the consequences of their disobedience? 2. Why do you think God chose Gideon, a seemingly ordinary man, to lead the Israelites? 3. How does Gideon's doubt reflect his human nature? How does God respond to this doubt? 4. How might Gideon's act of destroying the altar of Baal reflect his newfound faith and courage? 5. What does the episode of the fleece reveal about Gideon's relationship with God? 6. How can Gideon's story inspire us to trust in God's plan, even when it seems improbable? 7. How does the chapter highlight the importance of repentance in restoring our relationship with God? 8. Why do you think God patiently accommodated Gideon's request for signs? 9. How can we apply the lessons from Gideon's call to our modern day lives? 10. How can Gideon's transformation inspire us in overcoming our own doubts and fears? 11. In what ways can we see ourselves in the figure of Gideon when dealing with the challenges in our lives? 12. Can you think of a time when you felt unqualified for a task God was calling you to do? How did you respond? 13. What steps can we take to stand up against idolatry in today's world, just like Gideon stood against Baal worship? 14. How can we discern when God is calling us to do something outside of our comfort zone? 15. What is your 'fleece' moment when you sought a sign from God? How did God respond? 16. How does the story of Gideon's call challenge our understanding of who is capable of serving God's purpose? 17. In what ways does Judges 6 show that faith in God can lead to the impossible being achieved? 18. How can Gideon's initial hesitation and ultimate obedience inspire us to deal with doubt in our spiritual journey? 19. What does Gideon's story teach us about the power of God working through ordinary people? 20. What steps can we take to ensure we remain faithful to God's word, learning from the Israelites' cycle of disobedience and oppression? Links Judges 6:30 NIVJudges 6:30 NLT Judges 6:30 ESV Judges 6:30 NASB Judges 6:30 KJV Judges 6:30 Commentaries Bible Hub |



