Subject: Transformation17- Repositioning for Greatness.

Today, let’s reflect on the story of Gideon-a man who went from being a nobody to becoming a mighty deliverer of God’s people. 

In Judges 6:11-8:32, we read how Gideon, despite his fears and insecurities, was chosen by God to lead His people out of oppression.

For seven long years, the people of God were terrorized by enemy forces that always struck during harvest season-leaving them with nothing to show for their hard labor. 

Yet, in their desperation, they cried out to God for help. 

And as history tells us, God always raises deliverers from among His people.

God chose Gideon even when he was hiding from the marauding army. 

Like many of us, Gideon was overwhelmed by fear. He lacked self-confidence and had low self-esteem.

 But God saw his heart attitude and not his abilities. 

Remember Proverbs 16:7:

“When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.”

Though Gideon had initially mustered an army of 32,000 soldiers, God instructed him to reduce the numbers-to only 300 men. 

With this small force, Gideon achieved a miraculous victory against what seemed to be an invincible enemy. 

In gratitude, he was later elected king, yet he pointed the people to God as the ultimate Deliverer and Ruler.

Lesson:

God is the only One who can lead you to triumph over all challenges. 

Faith in God is the victory, as 1 John 5:4 reminds us.

Let’s Pray Together:

#PrayerPoints4Today:

1. Thank God: 

Acknowledge your problems and ask Him to glorify Himself through every situation.

2. Declare Your Faith: Proclaim that you trust in His grace to reposition you for greatness.

3. Be Specific: 

Identify the areas in your life where you desire to see His mighty power at work.

##MyPrayer4you:

I stand with you in agreement and declare that God, in His infinite goodness, will show up powerfully in your life and grant your heart’s desires in the matchless name of Jesus Christ.

Feel free to share your thoughts and prayer requests in the comments below.

 Let’s encourage one another on this journey of transformation!

Shalom from Hephzibah Christly, Ph.D., #TheSpiritualWarrior. February 17th,  2025.