Judges 6:28-40
Gideon has had the experience of inner peace. But at the same time in his life in the outside world, battles are about to commence. First of all he must make a stand in his father’s house. Where does our testimony start? At home, in our family, showing to those who know us best, how God has changed us (Mark 5:19). For most of us, such a stand will cause nothing but joy in our families; but for many young converts in Eastern countries or in Moslem countries, for example, it will bring terrible consequences.
One feels that before obeying, Gideon went through great anguish of spirit. He knew what a risk he was taking (v. 30), even though he was acting at night. But God upholds him and changes first Joash’s frame of mind then that of the townspeople.
Having worked in Gideon, the LORD will be able to work through him. His trumpet gathers the army together. But Gideon still lacks confidence. He wants a sign and the LORD gives it to him: this sign of the fleece twice over. God is always patient with us and if we ask Him in a right manner, He will clearly show us His will.