Study Questions — Judges 14
4 questions
What does Samson's desire to marry a Philistine woman reveal about his understanding of God's commands and his personal desires?
Thematic focusObedience to God's commands versus personal desires.
Taking it furtherEncourages the reader to reflect on areas where personal desires may conflict with God's will and how to align them.
How does the Spirit of the Lord empowering Samson to kill the lion demonstrate God's sovereignty and purpose?
Thematic focusGod's empowerment and sovereignty.
Taking it furtherChallenges the reader to consider how God empowers them for His purposes and to trust in His sovereignty.
What can we learn from Samson's riddle and the subsequent events about the consequences of pride and deception?
Thematic focusPride and deception.
Taking it furtherEncourages the reader to examine their own life for areas of pride and deception and seek humility and truth.
In what ways does Samson's reaction to his wife's betrayal reflect human tendencies to respond to hurt and betrayal?
Thematic focusResponse to betrayal and hurt.
Taking it furtherInvites the reader to consider how they respond to betrayal and to seek God's guidance in responding with grace and forgiveness.
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