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Often told as a cautionary tale of the consequences of broken faith, the ancient story of Samson holds many timeless principles that are still applicable to our lives as Christians today. Interspersing personal anecdotes with practical insights taken from Samson’s birth, life, and death, Gil Bates reveals several criterion that the Lord required of Samson in his personal life that carried significant influence on his public presence. To what lengths would you be willing to go to cultivate God’s power in your life? Follow Samson’s journey and discover the costs and rewards that come from laying aside the Earth’s pleasures to gain eternal treasures.
Keywords
Commands of Christ:
Baptize My Disciples Beware of Covetousness Deny Yourself Keep My Commandments
Character Qualities:
Cautiousness Deference Discretion