Everyone wants their lives to have a happy ending, but often that goal can be derailed by sinful patterns of behavior. In this final passage from our series, we learn important lessons from Samson’s life that can help us avoid tragic endings in ours. If we don’t choose humility in our lives, God will do … [Read More…] The Great Fall

What motivates you to action? If you find yourself driven by anger or pride, consider a warning from the life of Samson. In this passage, we find Samson acting out of rage, impulse, and arrogance. The consequences are clear for Samson’s life: the anger and arrogance of man does not produce the righteousness of God. … [Read More…] What Drives You

Samson’s story is one of wasted potential. What started off so well, quickly drifted into chaos. This drift is a warning for our hearts as well. People don’t naturally gravitate towards holiness; we need to guard our hearts lest we slide towards godlessness. In this passage, we learn that if we aren’t fighting to go … [Read More…] Slipping Spirituality

Samson was a highly unusual character in the Bible. What made him so different? He was set apart to be specially devoted to God, just as Israel was meant to be set apart for God. As we learn about Samson’s life in this passage in Judges, we learn that God is a God of grace, … [Read More…] A Savior Is Born