Charles Thomas Dorman was the Director of Student/Field Ministries at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with scripture readings and prayer (0:00-3:27). After which there is a time of singing (3:28-8:27). Dorman then begins his message on the story of Gideon. Dorman begins with a brief introduction (8:28-10:58). He continues by sharing the story of Gideon and by stating that there was a process leading up to the climactic moment of the story (10:59-13:53). Dorman states Gideon’s process was communication with God, his community, and himself (13:54-15:45). In addition, Gideon learned that serving the Lord comes with fear and unpopularity (15:45-16:53). Dorman then explains that along with the call to ministry, there also comes uncertainty (16:54-20:21). Dorman concludes by sharing that the Lord provides two promises to those who go obediently, that the Lord is with them, and that His grace is sufficient. (20:22-21:10). The service concludes with a benediction and song (21:11-22:35).
