Gideon
God performs mighty works in ways that confound our expectations. When we trust him, he saves by many or few, by strong or weak, by much or little. When we first meet Gideon, he is a wimp, as frightened as everyone else in Israel. Yet an angel greets him: “The Lord is with you, mighty warrior.” Incredulous, Gideon requests a sign. He sets out meat and bread for the angel messenger, and a burst of flame consumes the food. In a surge of holy confidence, Gideon blows a trumpet t
David
Sometimes we face challenges far beyond our capabilities. At these times, it is good to remember biblical heroes who prevailed against great odds. The most famous of all underdog stories is David and Goliath. As the story opens, Goliath dares any Israelite warrior to fight him in single combat. Everyone, Philistines and Israelites alike, was sure that in close range combat, Goliath, with his immense size and strength, was unbeatable. David challenged him with a slingshot. Fro
