Judges 6:6
Israel was greatly impoverished by Midian, and the Israelites cried out to the LORD.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 6:6?

2. How does Judges 6:6 illustrate Israel's need for God's intervention and deliverance?

3. What can we learn from Israel's response to their distress in Judges 6:6?

4. How does Judges 6:6 connect to God's faithfulness in Deuteronomy 31:6?

5. In what ways can we seek God during personal times of distress today?

6. How can we avoid repeating Israel's cycle of disobedience and repentance in Judges?

7. Why did God allow Israel to be oppressed by Midian in Judges 6:6?

8. How does Judges 6:6 reflect on God's relationship with Israel?

9. What is the significance of Israel's cry to the LORD in Judges 6:6?

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

11. Judges 6:14-15: If Gideon was the least in his family, do other biblical records or genealogical data contradict or confirm his lowly status?

12. Isaiah 12:5: How do we reconcile the emphasis on 'excellent things' done by God with the historical records of suffering and defeat experienced by the Israelites?

13. How can a 'divine council' (Psalm 82:1) fit with passages claiming there is only one God (Deuteronomy 6:4)?

14. What is the meaning of Samson and Delilah's story?
Discussion Questions
1. What were the specific actions or behaviors that led to the Israelites' impoverishment by the Midianites, and how can we avoid similar pitfalls in our spiritual lives?

2. How does the Israelites' cry to the LORD in Judges 6:6 reflect the nature of true repentance, and what can we learn from this about our own approach to seeking God's help?

3. In what ways does God's response to the Israelites' cry in Judges 6:6 demonstrate His character, and how can this understanding impact our trust in Him during difficult times?

4. How can we apply the principle of crying out to God in our own lives, especially when facing situations that seem overwhelming or beyond our control?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's deliverance after crying out to Him. How does this personal experience align with the biblical examples of God's faithfulness in response to His people's cries?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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