Similarities Between Gideon and Moses: The Midianites
Moses and Gideon have more in common than testing God. Let’s look at the similarities between Gideon and Moses, particularly around the Midianites.
Review: “The…Whangdoodles,” Pt. 3, Miracles and Genetics
Let’s look at how Julie Andrews Edwards addresses miracles and genetics in the story, then take a final look at how faith plays into her book.
Depression and Disappointment in Ezra
The post reminded me so much of my Bible reading in Ezra yesterday that I wanted to take a quick break from Gideon to discuss depression and disappointment.
Gideon’s Son Jotham: Curse and Flee
Last week, we touched on how Gideon’s son Abimelek went rogue. Today, we’re looking at the interesting curse and flee response of Gideon’s son Jotham.
Review: “The…Whangdoodles,” Pt. 2: Calm in the Chaos
We’re entering Whangdoodleland in part 2: “Capture.” As the children face fantastical dangers, we all learn the importance of staying calm in the chaos.
Mental Illness and Murder: Gideon’s Son, Abimelek
Gideon’s legacy is complicated by his offspring, namely Abimelek. Abimelek’s story made me wonder about the link between mental illness and murder.
Gideon and the Stumbling Block
In Judges 8, Gideon and his men have defeated the Midianites. We now find Israel’s next distraction in the story of Gideon and the stumbling block.
Review: “The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles,” Pt. 1
This book made such a big impact on my perspective that I’m going to spend the next couple of weeks reviewing “The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles.”
How to Take Action in Spite of Fear: Lessons from Gideon
Gideon shows us how to take action in spite of fear with God’s help. Let’s look at Judges 7 to see how God multiplies Gideon’s efforts.
Testing God in the Bible: Gideon’s Example
Gideon ventures into territory he’s really not supposed to go, but God allows it. Let’s see what Gideon shows us about testing God in the Bible.