#148 - Kyle Thompson // WE WERE BORN FOR BATTLE: Judges 6:12

God transforms us by giving us new identities that align with His vision for our lives, as demonstrated in Gideon's journey from fearful wheat thresher to mighty warrior who defeated the Midianites. • Gideon was first found hiding in a wine press threshing wheat out of fear of the Midianites • The angel of the Lord appeared and called him "mighty warrior" despite his cowardice • There is transformative power in the new names and identities God gives us • The woman with the issue of blood was not only healed physically but restored socially when Jesus called her "daughter" • God reduced Gideon's army from 22,000 to 300 men to demonstrate His power • Gideon developed resilience by growing into the identity God gave him, not through self-effort • Many men have made agreements with negative names given to them in childhood • We were born for battle and are called to embrace our identity as mighty warriors If you want to help equip other men for the fight, share this podcast around and leave us a five-star rating and review. Support the show Want to connect? Email communication@coe22.com