Samson, privileged from birth, set apart by God, granted the power of the Spirit, strong in physical power, but weak in faith and a man of moral failing. Samson is a fitting image of Israel, God’s chosen people that continue to do what is right in their own eyes.
This narrative shows us a God who does not share his glory with another. God’s people are called to be separate. Separate from the world and not to be unequally yoked to another.
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