Introduction:
- Introduction of Senior Pastor Bill Rains
- Overview of the 2024 Sermon Series: "Biblical Encounters With Angels"
- Title of the Sermon: "From Gideon To Jerubbaal"
I. DISILLUSIONED With Life
- Setting the Scene: Gideon's plight under Midianite oppression
- The Encounter with the Angel of the Lord
- Gideon's Skepticism and Dispute with the Angel
- Reflecting on Personal Anguish and Questioning of God
- The Revelation of the Cause of Israel's Suffering
II. DISCOVER Our Full Potential
- God's Call to Gideon to Rise Up and Deliver Israel
- Gideon's Initial Disbelief and Request for a Sign
- God's Assurance and Promise of His Presence
- Gideon's Acceptance and Conviction
III. DELIVERANCE To Others
- Transformation of Gideon's Life and Faith
- Gideon's Role in Delivering Israel from Oppression
- Application to Modern Christian Life and Faith
- The Power of Believing God's Promises and Taking Action
- Potential for Personal and Collective Deliverance through Faith
Conclusion:
- Recap of Gideon's Journey and Transformation
- Call to Action for the Congregation to Trust God and Take Action
- Closing Remarks and Benediction from Pastor Bill Rains
