You are Samson Redeemed!

What if God personally revealed his plans for you before you were born? God had and communicated plans for Samson before he was even conceived in his mother’s womb. He was to be the leader that would rescue the Israelites from their brutal enemies, the Philistines. By the time me meet him in the mostContinue reading “You are Samson Redeemed!”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (conclusion)

Self-absorption is a short walk to self-worship, a horrific form of idolatry. When we are self-absorbed we are inward focused and bent on achieving our way, our purposes, in our power, for our glory. That’s where Samson went wrong despite being a man called and empowered by God to do great things for the kingdom.Continue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (conclusion)”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#10)

Welcome to this 10th aspect of the spirit of Samson. We have seen that: As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: #10. UNDER-PERFORMER Samson underperforms for his capacity. It is striking to note his brilliance and giftings and to compare them to what he has toContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#10)”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#9)

Welcome to this 9th aspect of the spirit of Samson. We have seen that: As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: #9. HISTRIONIC Not only is Samson histrionic, but she is drawn to/attracts histrionic personalities into her inner circle. She allows them to stay there againstContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#9)”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#8)

Welcome to this 8th aspect of the spirit of Samson. We have seen that: As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: #8. SHIELDED Samson gets away with things that most people don’t get away with. God protects him in mind-boggling ways, and he survives situations thatContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#8)”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#7)

Welcome to this 7th aspect of the spirit of Samson. We have seen that: As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: #7. DECEIT Samson weaves a consistent thread of deceit into his life. He has woven an undercurrent of lies for so long that he actuallyContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#7)”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#6)

Welcome to this 6th aspect of the spirit of Samson. We have seen that As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: #6 MEGA-PERSONALITY Samson is a strong and powerful personality. He or she is actually larger than life. She is very influential in numerous circles. SamsonContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#6)”

The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#5)

Welcome to this 5th aspect of the spirit of Samson. As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: PASSIONATELY INTENSE Samson is a sensual and very passionate person. He or she feels and experiences things very strongly. She has strikingly poor insight. She is quickly driven byContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – tackling self-absorption (#5)”

The Spirit of Samson – Tackling self-absorption (#4)

Welcome to this 4th installment of the spirit of Samson. As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: SPIRITUALLY BLIND Samson is spiritually blind, which manifests in numerous ways: 1. He or she does not see his blessings 2. He or she does not acknowledge the blessingsContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – Tackling self-absorption (#4)”

The Spirit of Samson – Tackling Self-Absorption (#3)

Welcome to this second section of the spirit of Samson (click here for the intro to this topic, where we discussed similarities between Samson and believers in Jesus. Click here for point #1, and here for point #2). As we look at the 10 points that underlie the spirit of Samson, keep in mind: I’m Right, You’reContinue reading “The Spirit of Samson – Tackling Self-Absorption (#3)”