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The Deceptive Nature of Sin: Lessons from Samson's Life

This exploration dives into the nature of sin, showcasing its deceitfulness and destructive power through the life of Samson. Highlighting scripture from Judges 16, the discussion illustrates how sin takes us farther than we planned, prolongs our suffering, and ultimately costs us more than we can afford. As seen in Samson's story, even a hero can fall prey to the allure of sin, emphasizing the need for vigilance and resistance against its temptations. Learn how to navigate life by embracing righteousness and staying true to God’s guidance.

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The Deceptive Nature of Sin: Lessons from Samson's Life

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  1. Sin Will Always… Judges 16

  2. SIN • Sin is deceitful, Heb. 3:12-13 • Sin never delivers what it offers, Heb. 11:25; 2 Pet. 2:17-19 • Example: Samson, Heb. 11:32 • Nazirite, Jgs. 13:5; Num. 6:1-5 (Lk. 9:23; Gal. 2:20; 2 Cor. 6:17-7:1) • At times he was ruled by revenge and passion (Jgs. 14:1-4; 16:1, 4) • In death acknowledged God as source of power, Jgs. 16:17,20,28

  3. Sin Always Takes You Farther Than You Wanted To Go Jgs. 16: 4-20 • Constant enticements broke Samson’s will, 16:15-17 (6-7) • Sin’s must be resisted from its first allurements! Prov. 1:10-16; 4:14-15 • How? cf. Prov. 7:1-5 • Sin, when given opportunity, will progress to more evil, Psa. 1:1 • Eats like a sore, 2 Tim. 2:16-18 (3:13) • Hardens and condemns, Heb. 6:4-6

  4. Sin Always Keeps You Longer Than You Wanted To Stay Jgs. 16: 20-21 • Samson did not intend to remain bound, 16:20 • Must consider immediate and long term effects of sin, Prov. 23:29-35 • Do not experiment with sin – it is blinding and powerful, 2 Cor. 4:4; 2 Pet. 2:19 • Sin is wasteful, causing despair and desperation, Luke 15:11-17

  5. Sin Always Keeps You Longer Than You Wanted To Stay Jgs. 16: 20-21 • Beware of the controlling power of sin, John 8:34 (Rom. 6:11-14) • Escape sin’s control by obeying the gospel and serving righteousness, Rom. 6:16-18 (1 Pet. 4:1-4; Eph. 4:22-24) • Remain in the word of Christ, John 8:31-32

  6. Sin Always Costs You More Than You Wanted To Pay Jgs. 16:30 • Recklessness with God’s blessing cost Samson his sight, his dignity, his strength, his freedom and finally his life, 16:21, 25, 30 • In his self-sacrifice, God heard and answered him, 16:22, 28-30

  7. Sin Always Costs You More Than You Wanted To Pay Jgs. 16:30 • Choosing sin will cost you… • Your soul, Rom. 6:23; Lk. 12:20-21 (4-5); Matt. 16:26 • God’s fellowship, 2 Cor. 6:17 • Peace with God and man, peace of mind, Col. 1:21; Phil. 4:6-7 • Dignity, honor, good name, Eph. 5:12 • Heaven, Rev. 21:7-8, 27

  8. The Nature of Sin • Learn from Samson! • Don’t deceive yourself, 1 Cor. 10:12 • Victory over sin is only achieved in Christ, Eph. 6:10, 13 • You must believe and obey Jesus • Believe, Mk. 16:15-16 • Confess your faith, Rom. 10:10 • Repent of your sins, Acts 26:20 • Be baptized, Acts 2:38 • Be faithful, Rev. 2:10

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