Judges 6:27

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Gédéon prit dix de ses serviteurs et fit ce que l'Eternel avait dit. Toutefois, comme il avait peur de la famille de son père et des habitants de la ville, il l'accomplit de nuit, et non de jour.

What Does This Mean?

Gideon obeyed God's command by taking ten servants to destroy the altar of Baal at night. He feared his family and the people of the city, so he did this task under the cover of darkness to avoid confrontation.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had to clean up a messy room, but you were scared your friends would make fun of you. So, you do it when they're not around. That's what Gideon did. He followed God's orders to clean up the bad stuff, but he did it at night to stay safe.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of Judges, written by an unknown author around the 6th century BC. It was written for the Israelites to understand their history and God's guidance. The cultural setting was one where idol worship was prevalent, and Gideon's actions were significant in following God's command.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, imagine you're in a group where everyone pressures you to do something wrong, like cheating on a test. You might feel scared to stand up for what's right. Just like Gideon, you can do the right thing when others aren't watching, showing courage and faith.

Topics

• faith
• obedience
• courage
• idolatry
• divine guidance
• trust

Related Verses

• Exodus 20:3-6
• 1 Kings 19:10
• Romans 12:2
• 1 John 5:21
• Joshua 24:14

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Gideon take ten servants?

Gideon likely took ten servants for support and to ensure the task of destroying the altar of Baal was completed successfully.

What was Gideon afraid of?

Gideon was afraid of confrontation with his family and the people of the city, who might have been loyal to Baal worship.

What does this verse teach about faith?

This verse teaches that faith involves taking action even when it's difficult and scary, as Gideon did by following God's command under the cover of night.

How does this relate to modern life?

This verse shows that it's important to stand up for what's right, even if it means doing it discreetly to avoid conflict, similar to making the right choices in challenging situations today.