Main Idea. The Lord works through even bitter circumstances to bring about sweet deliverance for His people.

Sermon Question. How did God work through Samson to begin the deliverance of His people?

4 ways God begins deliverance…

1. A Bride for His Purpose (1–4)

2. Strength by His Spirit (5–9)
“If that roaring lion that goes about seeking whom he may devour finds us alone among the vineyards of the Philistines, where is our hope? Not in our heels… not in our weapons… but in the Spirit of God, by whom we can do all things. There is a stronger lion in us than that against us.” (Spurgeon)

3. Conflict of His Design (10–18)

4. Judgment by His Power (19–20)

Takeaways.
The Spirit Who Strengthens
The Sovereignty of God Is Not a License to Sin
There is Sweetness in Suffering
The Sharing of Sweetness with Others