Prayer
What is prayer?
Talking to God
Why was moses hidden in a basket?
To save him from being killed
Why was Gideon hiding while working?
He was afraid of the Midianites
what was Zachaeus known for before he changed
Taking extra money/ cheating people
What covenant sign was Samson supposed to follow from birth?
The Nazirite vow (set apart from God)
Can you pray anytime, or only at church?
Anytime
Egypt/ Pharaohs palace
What did God call Gideon when He chose him?
A mighty Warrior
Why did Zacchaeus climb a tree?
Samson's strength wasn't from muscles-what was it tied to?
His Obedience to God's callinig/vow.
What should you do if you don't know what to say?
Be honest / speak from your heart
How did God speak to Moses when calling him?
Through a burning bush
What sign did Gideon ask God for to be sure?
The fleece test (wet/dry)
What surprised people about Jesus visiting Zacchaeus?
He chose someone sinful
What pattern shows up repeatedly in Samson's life before his downfall?
He follows his desires instead of God's direction.
Does God always answer prayers?
Yes, not always in ways we expect
What did Moses say to Pharoah many times?
"Let my people go"
How many soldiers did Gideon end up with?
300
How did Zacchaeus show his heart truly changed?
He gave money back and helped the poor
Why was Delilah able to eventually discover Samson's secret?
He kept staying in a situation the compromised his calling and slowly gave in.
Why is prayer important?
It helps you grow closer to him
What does the story of Moses teach us about people?
God uses imperfect people
What unusual battle strategy did God give Gideon? (3 things)
Trumpets, jars and torches
What is the good news of the story of Zacchaeus?
Jesus loves and wants to forgive everyone no matter how "bad" we may think a person is.
What does Samson's capture and blindness symbolize about spiritual compromise?
The repeated compromise can lead to loss of clarity, strength, and freedom.