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SAMSON: A STUDY IN JUDGES 13-16 only once in the Bible. In Hebrews 11:32, he is included in a list of great men and women of faith – the list includes other judges, David, Samuel, and the prophets. It is followed by a register of the acts of faith carried out by these individuals (Heb 11:33). Three of these acts correspond to Samson’s ...
The Bible tells us the story of his life from beginning to end. Samson was set apart from birth to serve God, yet seemingly, he spent his life serving his own sinful desires. God is in control of all things, and He could even use a man like Samson to accomplish His purposes.
The present study suggests that analyzing Jesus' birth narrative in Matthew 1-2 as an instance of a biblical type-scene gives further support for the view that Judg. 13:5, 7 is the primary text behind this cryptic reference.
Samson Character Bible Study Background and Lessons. Name: Samson. Meaning of name: Distinguished. Ancestry and family life: Samson was a Danite, the son of Manoah from the city of Zorah. His mother was barren. But the angel of the Lord (pre-incarnate Christ) appeared to her twice (the second time both of his parents were there).
The miraculous birth, exploits, failings, and redemptive death of Samson is covered in the book of Judges from chapters 13 to 16. The story of Samson begins with the Philistines harassing those who lived in the southern part of ancient Israel.
• Perhaps the most tragic part of Samson’s life was how “…he did not know that the Lord had left him.” (Judges 16:20) This ranks as one of the most tragic statements in the Old Testament. Through the Delilah episode, Samson was unaware that he has betrayed his calling.
Samson: A Life Well Wasted - Member Book is a six-session Bible study for young adults by Chip Henderson that explores the life of Samson in Judges 13-16 and offers six ways we can waste our lives if we are not focused on our God-given purpose.
