This lesson from Judges 13–14, titled “The Man Who Had It Made,” introduces Samson—the best-known judge of Israel—whose life began with divine promise but quickly revealed deep personal flaws. Born to godly parents and set apart as a Nazirite, Samson was blessed with supernatural strength and called to deliver Israel from the Philistines. Yet, despite his spiritual heritage, Samson was driven by selfish desires and external appearances. His demand to marry a Philistine woman and his disregard for godly counsel highlight a heart far from God. The lesson underscores that external blessings do not guarantee internal character, and godly parents are not guaranteed godly children. Still, God remains sovereign and can use even the failures of His people to accomplish His purposes.
The Man Who Had It Made
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