Date: Sunday, 15th February, 2026
Text: Proverbs 30:17
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
Samson stands among the heroes of faith, and his birth was both prophetic and extraordinary. He was divinely empowered, a one-man army endowed with uncommon strength to deliver an entire nation. Single-handedly, he defeated formidable armies—an unprecedented display of divine enablement. Yet, despite such extraordinary anointing, he lacked essential virtues required for a sustained and successful walk with God.
First, Samson lacked the virtue of gratitude. Unlike King David, who continually returned glory to God for every victory, Samson appeared to take his divine empowerment for granted. Scripture records no moment of heartfelt thanksgiving after his triumphs. When gratitude is absent, pride quietly takes root, and spiritual sensitivity begins to decline.
Second, he disregarded his parents’ counsel and pursued relationships among the Philistines, contrary to divine wisdom. He may have considered their guidance outdated or restrictive, but disobedience carries consequences.
His rebellion eventually led to captivity, humiliation, and the loss of his physical sight—an outward reflection of his earlier spiritual blindness. As Scripture warns, “The eye that mocketh at his father, and despiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it.” (Proverbs 30:17, KJV). Samson’s life reminds us that strength without submission can lead to downfall.
Prayer Nugget: Father, by your Spirit, teach me gratitude, humility, and submission to godly counsel. May I never misuse the grace and strength you have entrusted to me, in Jesus’ name.
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