Stories From The Old Testament That Build Faith & Devotion
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Stories From The Old Testament That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 Philistine domination of Israel proved
God’s displeasure with His people’s “cyclical sinning” (Period of Judges)
God had in mind one who would “begin to deliver Israel” with moral & physical strength
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
Samson
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 However, Samson proved to be only a
“man of the times” Even though God used him, for the most
part he was only concerned with himself and his own desires
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 Israel’s condition 13:1
Once again, she “…did evil in the sight of the Lord” [indicative of 350 yr. cycle of sin]
As a result, God gave her over into the hands of the Philistines for 40 years
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 God’s response 13:2-5
God “visited” Manoah and his barren wife The angel gave her instructions for her
during her pregnancy v. 4 The angel also instructed her re: her son
once he was born v. 5 [Nazirite vow] He was to begin to give Israel redemption
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 God’s response 13:2-5
The Nazirite Vow Num 6 A vow of dedication to the Lord v. 2 A vow of separation v. 4 Taken willingly for specified period of time During the vow, one was “holy” v. 8
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 God’s response 13:2-5
The Nazirite Vow Num 6 During the vow… …he had to completely abstain from
anything related to the grape vv. 3-4 …he couldn’t shave his hair or beard v. 5
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 God’s response 13:2-5
The Nazirite Vow Num 6 Samson’s vow would be different
He didn’t take the vow willingly…it was decided for him
His wasn’t for a specified period of time… it was to be for his entire lifetime
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 Samson’s Parents 13:8-12
Manoah & his wife ask the angel to “…teach them what to do for the boy” v. 8
They inquired about the boy’s “mode of life and his vocation” v. 12
A commendable “parental” attitude pre-birth
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 Samson’s Parents 13:8-12
They took their responsibility seriously They were concerned for his future LESSON children are a “gift” Psa 127:3
Parents prepare a child for adulthood…eternity We only get 1 chance to “get it right” Modern-day parents should heed this example!
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 Samson’s Parents 13:8-12
They took their responsibility seriously They were concerned for his future LESSON children are a “gift” Psa 127:3
Far too many parents thoughtlessly bring a child into the world…give no thought to their “contribution” toward the child’s future
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
His marriage 14:1-4 He saw a woman in Timnah, desired her, &
told his parents to get her for him vv. 1-2 They objected on the basis she came from
the “uncircumcised Philistines” v. 3a
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
His marriage 14:1-4 Great Spiritual Application Parents need to encourage/discourage their
children’s choice for spouses…point them toward those with common interests, goals
Parents should imitate Samson’s parents
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
His marriage 14:1-4 Samson ignored his parents’ objection…
she “looked good to him” v. 3b A shallow carnal reason to marry Many continue to make this same mistake
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
His marriage 14:1-4 A “providential fact” revealed v. 4 Samson’s parents were unaware of this The Law established Divine disapproval of
inter-marriages Deut 7:1-4 Josh 13:2-3
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
His marriage 14:1-4 A “providential fact” revealed v. 4 Phrase “…of the Lord” doesn’t necessarily
indicate Divine approval, sanction It could refer to His providential use of it
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
His marriage 14:1-4 A “providential fact” revealed v. 4 Similar thought in Gen 37:18-28 50:20 The nature of providence and the power &
wisdom of God re: using us in His will
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
The lion carcass 14:5-9 On the way to Timnah, a young lion comes
roaring toward him v. 5 The “Spirit of the Lord comes mightily upon
him”…he kills the lion barehanded v. 6 [1st time this occurred]
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
The lion carcass 14:5-9 Going back home, he sees bees & honey in
the carcass…he takes some vv. 8-9a He gives his parents some of the honey, but
does not tell them its source v. 9b
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
The lion carcass 14:5-9 A violation of the Nazirite vow? Num 6:6-7 A violation of the Law? Lev 11:27 Why didn’t he tell his parents?
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
The marriage feast 14:10 A “customary ritual” young men did Hebrew word for “feast” = drinking feast Did Samson drink? The text does not say He didn’t just “attend”…he “gave” (hosted)
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
A Story Of “Weak Strength” Judg 13-16 A Grown Samson 14:1 – 16:30
The marriage feast 14:10 Remember the restrictions imposed on him
from the Nazirite vow Num 6:3-4 Are these actions totally consistent with
those restrictions?
Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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