Judges 8 - 9

Gideon made a complete defeat of the Midianites and the nation enjoyed rest while he lived.  He did, however, make a mistake in allowing his garments to be worshiped as a source of power.  His sons also ruled.  After his death, the nation returned to worshiping the Baals.  Further punishment from God resulted and the people soon tired of their oppressors.  God, once again proving His faithfulness, raised up another deliverer named Abimelech, who delivered the people.  Would they prove faithful this time?