SERIES: It is Written
TITLE: After Falling
Scripture: Judges 13-16
I. HIS PROMISING BEGINNING
Cycle of Judges: downward spiral-> captivity -> crying out to God -> judge -> serving God until judge dies -> downward spiral
Manoah’s wife given special instructions:
1. To her: [v.4]
2. For her son: [v.7]
The NT word for Samson’s vow is called (sanctification).
II. HIS TROUBLING CHARACTER
What is the problem with 14:1?
What is the problem with 14: 8-9?
What is Samson’s fatal flaw? Hint: see chapter 16 (lust)
“When you play with fire you either get burnt or smell like smoke.”
III. HIS FINAL SECOND CHANCE
Key verse: 16:22
God rejoices in restoring people to Him. While forgiveness is immediate, restoration is gradual.
There is nothing you have done which is too far beyond God’s (sight) and (grace).
SERIES: Second Chance
NEXT WEEK: After Fear- Judges 6:1-25
