What practice did Gideon use to seek confirmation from God?

• A. Dreams
• B. Casting lots
• C. Urim and Thummim
• D. Fleece tests

Answer: (D)

Seeking confirmation from God through a fleece test is what Gideon did. He laid a wool fleece on the threshing floor and asked God to cause dew to be only on the fleece while the ground remained dry. When that happened, he trusted that God was with him and would deliver Israel. To be extra sure, he requested the reverse sign: dry fleece with dew on the ground. God granted both signs, confirming that Gideon should proceed. This shows a specific instance where a tangible, observable sign was sought to verify God’s will in a daunting mission. Other methods mentioned in biblical texts—such as dreams, casting lots, or the Urim and Thummim—serve different purposes in different narratives, but Gideon’s instance is the fleece test, tied directly to his moment of uncertainty and call to lead. The key takeaway is that God gave Gideon clear reassurance through this sign, reinforcing his call while inviting him to trust and obey.