This coming Sunday we will look at the life of Samson. After reading the story a few times I have decided that there are a few reasons for God to include it. Samson's life provides for us a some lessons worth considering. But which lesson is the primary for us to learn? Let's look at the first two.
Lesson one could be titled "What Could Have Been." God had a great purpose for Samson, but because of his sin, he failed to reach it. There are elements of this in the story. Samson was ordained prior to conception to accomplish a task for God. God gave his parents details concerning his upbringing and what he was expected to accomplish. Judges 13:1-5
Another lesson is related to the first - "Sin Destroys." Again this is true. Samson seems to be a man driven by his passions, especially for the opposite sex. These desires ultimately lead to his downfall. His great physical strength is taken away and he is blinded by his captures. Interestingly, he often "saw" his desire. Thus, the removal of his eyes is a telling punishment.
So which is it - lesson number one or lesson number two? Neither. I think the Bible is teaching an entirely different message with Samson. What then is that? Come back next week. I am up at Camp Tohiglo, where it is impossible to get a connection. Next Sunday I will teach on Samson and post the better understanding of this man's life. In the mean time let's follow the two lesser lessons - live up to your potential and don't sin. Good luck!
-Mark
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