Divine Victory in Reduction

Facing an army that covered the valley like locusts, Israel was grossly outnumbered.

Gideon began with 32,000 men. But God said: "Still too many. Israel might boast,

'We saved ourselves.'" So, God reduced the army. First,

the fearful went home, leaving 10,000. But God insisted: "Too many."

At the river, God tested their awareness. Those who drank carelessly were

sent away. Only those who remained vigilant, lapping with their hands,

were chosen. Just 300. No swords. No armor highlighted. Only trumpets,

jars, and torches. That night, 300 surrounded the enemy.