Summary: The power of spirit-filled living as illustrated by the early life of Samson.

Hands Full of Honey

Judg 13:24- 14:9

1. Samson was moved by the Spirit of God.

A. The Holy Spirit indwells Christians. (Gal 4:6; John 14:16-17)

B. The Holy Spirit teaches Christians. (John 14:26)

C. The Holy Spirit guides Christians. (Rom 8:14)

2. Samson had a conflict with a Lion.

A. Satan hinders Christians. (1 Th 2:18)

B. Satan tempts Christians. (Jam 1:12; 1 John 2:16)

C. Satan seeks to devour Christians. (1 Pet 5:8)

3. Samson defeated the lion by the power of God.

A. We over come Satan by the Word of God. (Psa 119:11)

B. We over come Satan by prayer. (Mat 17:21)

C. We over come Satan by faith. (1 John 5:4)

D. We over come Satan by the Blood of JESUS. (Rev 12:11)

4. Samson found sweetness where he had killed the lion.

A. We find sweetness in fellowship. (Acts 2:46)

B. We find sweetness in Bible Study. (Jer 15:16)

C. We find sweetness in prayer. (James 5:16)

5. Samson shared his honey with others.

A. Our mandate is to witness. (Acts 1:8; Prov 11:30)

B. Our goal is the world. (Mark 16:15).

C. Our message is the Word of God. (2 Tim 4:2)