Preaching Outline on Judges 6:37-40 – “Behold, I will put a portion of wool on the threshing floor; if the dew is only on it, and the land around it is dry, then I will know that you will deliver Israel through me, as you have said. And it came to pass, that on the morrow he rose up early, and pressed the wool, and wrung out of the dew a bowl full of water.”
Note to the Preacher
This sermon uses metaphors and symbolism based on the biblical text of Judges 6 and 7 to present spiritual lessons applicable to Christian life. The interpretations of the elements (such as the wool, the dew, the pitcher and the barley bread) are allegorical and are intended to reinforce the teaching and connect the text with the listener’s reality. The preacher must be careful to present these metaphors as teaching tools, making it clear to the congregation that they are not literal interpretations, but symbolic applications that help us understand spiritual truths.
The story of Gideon is a powerful demonstration of how God calls, empowers and uses his servants to fulfill his purposes. Israel was oppressed by the Midianites, and the Lord chose Gideon, an ordinary and insecure man, to lead the people in their deliverance.
Faced with great responsibility, Gideon asked God for a sign – the famous “wool test”. This passage not only shows God’s patience with Gideon, but also reveals spiritual principles that we can apply in our Christian walk. The “trial of the wool” teaches us about the work of Christ, the action of the Holy Spirit and divine empowerment to face challenges.
“Behold, I will put a portion of wool on the threshing floor; if the dew is only on it, and the land is dry all around, then I will know that you will deliver Israel through me, as you have said.” (Judges 6:37)
Application: Just as the wool was filled with dew, Christ, the Lamb of God, was filled with the Holy Spirit and poured out his life to bring us salvation. The Gospel message shows us that everything we need is in Christ.
“I beseech thee, let me try the wool once more; let the wool alone be dry, and let there be dew on the ground round about.” (Judges 6:39)
Application: Today, the Holy Spirit is available to all who believe in Christ. He empowers, comforts and guides us in the midst of adversity. As Christians, we are called to live in communion with the Spirit, allowing Him to fill us daily.
Gideon started with 32,000 soldiers, but God reduced that number to just 300. This shows that God doesn’t work with crowds, but with willing and committed hearts.
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Application: God is not looking for numbers, but for committed and vigilant people. He wants servants who trust him and are ready to fight spiritual battles with faith and dedication.
“Behold, there was a loaf of barley bread rolling against the camp of the Midianites, and it struck the tent, and it fell.” (Judges 7:13)
Application: The Word of God is living and effective, capable of breaking down all human resistance. It is through it that lives are transformed and hardened hearts are reached.
“And the three groups had trumpets and empty pitchers with burning torches in them.” (Judges 7:16)
Application: To be instruments of victory in God’s hands, we need to empty ourselves of our wills and allow the light of Christ to shine in us.
Gideon’s victory was guaranteed because God was with him from the beginning. The Lord does not depend on strength or the number of people, but on the obedience and willingness of his servants.
Just as Gideon was called in a moment of crisis, we too are called to fight the battles of faith. With God, our limitations are not an obstacle, because He is the one who empowers us and guarantees us victory.
“The Lord is with you, mighty man of valor!” (Judges 6:12)
Trust in God, empty yourself, and allow Him to work powerfully through your life. Victory is guaranteed, because it is the Lord who fights for us!
Preaching Outline on Judges 6:37-40 – “Behold, I will put a portion of wool on the threshing floor; if the dew is only on it, and the land around it is dry, then I will know that you will deliver Israel through me, as you have said. And it came to pass, that on the morrow he rose up early, and pressed the wool, and wrung out of the dew a bowl full of water.”