It seems Gideon’s victory should have resulted in him being treated as a hero; instead, it led to conflict. People were jealous of his victory and didn’t believe God would truly deliver. After Gideon’s death, it is clear Israel has learned nothing.
It is said that character is who you are when no one is watching. Following after God is easier when there is a strong person around to lead us, but to be true followers of God, we need to follow him based on our own motivations. Would you follow God even if you had to do it alone?