Judg 7:9 | MHM | STEP | Gideon Encouraged by a Dream Even after God reduced Gideon's army to just 300 men, Gideon still needed further encouragement to face the overwhelming Midianite forces. In this passage, God provides Gideon with a word of promise and a miraculous sign to build up his faith. Gideon is then able to go forward with confidence, knowing that the victory will come from God's power, not human strength. v. 9 : God spoke directly to Gideon, commanding him to "Arise, get down to the camp" and assuring him, "I have delivered it into your hand." This word from the Lord gave Gideon the authority and confidence he needed to lead his small army against the Midianites.

‏ Judges 7:9

Gideon Encouraged by a Dream

Even after God reduced Gideon's army to just 300 men, Gideon still needed further encouragement to face the overwhelming Midianite forces. In this passage, God provides Gideon with a word of promise and a miraculous sign to build up his faith. Gideon is then able to go forward with confidence, knowing that the victory will come from God's power, not human strength.

v. 9: God spoke directly to Gideon, commanding him to "Arise, get down to the camp" and assuring him, "I have delivered it into your hand." This word from the Lord gave Gideon the authority and confidence he needed to lead his small army against the Midianites.