Judges 6:31
But Joash said to all who stood against him, "Are you contending for Baal? Are you trying to save him? Whoever pleads his case will be put to death by morning! If Baal is a god, let him contend for himself with the one who has torn down his altar."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 6:31?

2. How does Judges 6:31 demonstrate standing firm in faith against idolatry?

3. What can we learn from Joash's defense of Gideon in Judges 6:31?

4. How does Joash's response connect to the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3?

5. How can we apply Joash's courage in defending truth in today's society?

6. What does Judges 6:31 teach about trusting God over cultural pressures?

7. Why did Joash defend Gideon against the townspeople in Judges 6:31?

8. How does Judges 6:31 challenge the worship of false gods?

9. What does Judges 6:31 reveal about God's power over idols?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 6?

11. Who was Gideon, also known as Jerubbaal, in the Bible?

12. What is the summary of Gideon's story in the Bible?

13. Judges 6:25-27: Is there any archaeological evidence supporting the destruction of Baal's altar in Gideon's hometown?

14. In Jeremiah 9:14, the people follow Baal--how does this align historically with evidence of idol worship in that era?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Joash's response to the townspeople reflect his understanding of God's power compared to Baal's?

2. In what ways can we demonstrate courage in our faith today, similar to Gideon's actions?

3. How does the account of Gideon and Joash challenge us to confront modern-day idols in our lives?

4. What role does family play in supporting and defending our faith, as seen in Joash's defense of Gideon?

5. How can we apply the principle of God's sovereignty over false gods to situations we face in our daily lives?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?

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