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When the Midianites gather a massive force, Gideon is nervous—but God patiently strengthens his faith with two fleece signs. Then God does something surprising: He sends home the fearful, then separates the rest at the river until only three hundred remain. After overhearing a Midianite’s dream that foretells their defeat, Gideon leads his tiny team with trumpets, jars, and hidden lamps. At Gideon’s signal, the jars shatter, lights blaze, and trumpets blast—God throws the enemy into confusion, and Israel wins without a sword swing. Kids learn that God gets the glory, uses small numbers in big ways, and helps us be brave when we feel outnumbered.

Talk about it:

• Why did God keep making Gideon’s army smaller?
• What were the two “fleece” signs, and how did they help Gideon trust God?
• How did trumpets, jars, and lamps help win the battle?
• When do you feel outnumbered, and how can you remember that God is with you?

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Maria can’t wait for the Shoebox Kids skating party—but a squabble with her brother, a mean word on a foggy window, and a lie to avoid blame spoil the fun. Later, a call from Mrs. Shue and a heartfelt talk with Dad help Maria see how even “small” lies break trust. She prays, apologizes to Mom and Chris, and discovers a “Jesus footprint” in her life: the courage to tell the truth. A warm story about honesty, making things right, and noticing how Jesus helps us do the hard but good thing.

Talk about it:

• Why did Maria choose to lie, and how did it affect her family?
• What does Dad mean about trust when someone lies “once in a while”?
• What is a “Jesus footprint,” and where did Maria see one?
• Who do you need to apologize to—or tell the truth to—this week?

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After Joshua dies, Israel forgets God and the Midianites steal their food year after year. When the people finally pray, God answers. He sends a prophet to remind them of His rescue and then calls an unlikely hero named Gideon. While Gideon is secretly threshing wheat, an angel says, “The Lord is with you.” Gideon asks for proof, and God sends fire to burn up his offering. That night, God tells Gideon to tear down his father’s altar to Baal and build one for the Lord. Even though Gideon feels small, God promises, “I will be with you.” Kids learn that God hears prayers, chooses ordinary people, and gives courage to do what is right.

Talk about it:

• Why were the Israelites hiding, and what made life so hard for them?
• How did God show Gideon that He was really speaking to him?
• Why did God ask Gideon to tear down the altar to Baal?
• What is one brave thing you can do this week to follow God?

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