Bill Pickett
Invented a rodeo event called "Bulldogging"
32,000 down to 10,000 to finally #300
What is the number of men God allowed to be used in battle.
This king built a golden image and commanded everyone to worship it.
Who is King Nebuchadnezzar?
Women used by God to lead Israel as both prophet and judge.
Who is "Deborah"
"Ravens"
The bird used to bring meat to Elijah by day and night.
Showed courage, not always written down in history books, but their strength and faith helped build the west too.
"CowGirls"
This happened to the Midianites when Gideon’s army blew trumpets and broke jars.
What is they turned on each other and fled?
They refused to bow down to the image because of this reason.
What is their faithfulness to God?
"The Tent Peg"
what is the tool used to kill the King of Sisera. Right through his temple.
"Cherith Brook" "The Brook"
What is where God told Elijah to hide; the water provided to sustain Elijah.
1 out of 4
Trumpets, Pitchers, Torches
What was used to defeat the Midnites
How did their faith affect King Nebuchadnezzar and those who witnessed the miracle?
It changed their faith, Then Nebuchadnezzar said, “Praise be to the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who has sent his angel and rescued his servants! They trusted in him and defied the king’s command and were willing to give up their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God. 29 Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language who say anything against the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego be cut into pieces and their houses be turned into piles of rubble, for no other god can save in this way.”
his hesitation shows the tension between faith and fear. Reminds us that faith requires courage to step forward, even when we’re hesitant.
Who is Barak
Widow's flour and oil
What is what sustained her, Elijah and her son and never ran out.
Many African Americans became cowboys after this major U.S. event ended in 1865.
What is the Civil War (or slavery)?
Gideon’s victory reminds us to rely on this instead of our own strength.
God's Power!
They saw that the fire had not harmed their bodies, nor was a hair of their heads singed; their robes were not scorched, and there was no smell of fire on them.
Who is Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego
not a soldier, brings the final victory. Lesson: God often uses unexpected people and surprising methods.
Who is "Jael"
Widow's deceased son is raised by Elijah and this shows us?
God's Power over Life and Death
That Prayer Works ; That Obedience and Faith will always bring Blessings
Nat Love
Born enslaved, Greatest cowboy in history
Before the battle, God told Gideon that He would give victory with only 300 men. Gideon obeyed and trusted God’s word, even though it seemed impossible. This teaches us that true faith means doing this, even when the odds are against us.
What is TRUSTING and OBEYING God completely?
The story teaches us that God is with His people in this kind of situation.
What is trials, tests, or fiery circumstances?
In Judges 4, God used Deborah, Barak, and Jael in different ways to bring victory over Israel’s enemy. This reminds us that God can use this kind of person to accomplish His purposes, no matter their role or background.
Who is anyone who is WILLING and OBEDIENT to God?
In 1 Kings 17, God sent Elijah to a widow in Zarephath during a severe famine. Even though she had only a little flour and oil left, she gave it to the prophet first—and God multiplied her supply. This story teaches us that when we give God what we have, He will provide this in return.
What is more than enough (His continual provision)?