D6: week of 2/17

FAMILY THEME:  GOD'S PURPOSE

STRONG MUSCLES, WEAK SPIRIT
 
Judges 13-16
God use Samson greatly, but not as much as He could have if
Samson had been more obedient.

1.  God Has a Purpose for Us Before We Are Even Born (Judges 13)

     The angel of the Lord announced the birth of a son who would begin

     to deliver Israel from the Philistines.

2.  God Has a Purpose for Us Even When We Go Astray  (Judges 14)
     God used even Samson's foolish choices for His own purposes.

 
3.  God Can Fulfill His Purpose in Spite of Our Enemies  (Judges 15)    

     In spite of his flaws and Philistine opposition, God used Samson to

     accomplish His will.

4.  Sin Will Prevent Us From Fulfilling God's Purpose (Judges 16)

     Samson's sensual lifestyle brought about his downfall.