‘Marvellous in our eyes'
When Gideon threshed his corn he did so in a winepress,
Hiding from the Midianites who were intent rhe Isrealites to oppress
his was considered to be one of the smallest of the clans
As the youngest of his father’s sons, he, an insignificant man.
Imagine his surprise when he was addressed
as a warrior to whom God would give great success
In a series of incidents he showed his integrity
To be known as a Judge in the annals of history
His greatest task; to defeat the Midianites
It began with a large army responding to his call
Some 25,000 all armed and ready to fight
But God said send away all those who are filled with fright!
The number now down to 10,000 brave souls
Go down to the river and drink, they were told
Only 300 lapped the water from cupped hands
These I will use to honour my name, came the Lord’s command!
The contest was strange, using trumpets and torches
With a shout of triumph, and a blast on the trumpets
The torches were exposed, creating confusion in the enemy.
The battle was brief, the Israelites had the victory!
In no way could Gideon or his army claim to have won
Without the hand of God in all that was done
"‘This is the Lord’s doing and marvellous in our eyes'"
Is the only response to be made to such deeds, we must cry.
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