I have hidden Thy word in my heart.
(Picture by Lisa R)

Judges 14. “Then his father and mother said to him, ‘Is there no woman among the daughters of your brethren, or among all my people, that you must go and get a wife from the uncircumcised Philistines?’ And Samson said to his father, ‘Get her for me, for she pleases me well.’ But his father and mother did not know that it was of the Lord—that He was seeking an occasion to move against the Philistines. For at that time the Philistines had dominion over Israel” (Verses 3-4). In the bible I have to be honest when I say that Samson is my pet peeve. He reminds me of a spoiled brat (sorry if that sounds harsh). He is like a little kid that just wants what he wants and can’t see (or chooses not to see) anything beyond his own need. What is interesting though, is that despite all of that God still used him to accomplish His purposes. Note that when Samson’s parents where upset about his choice in brides, it was actually God who was allowing the union, because He had a different plan. What’s my point? God can even use our disobedience to accomplish His will. Yes, you read that right. I did NOT however say there wouldn’t be consequences for the sin itself, read the entire chapter, Samson’s sin had consequences. Here’s the deal God will ALWAYS accomplish His purpose. He is GOD. Just in case you didn’t understand, I’ll say it again. HE IS GOD. But our obedience or disobedience determines where we fall on the scale… blessed or cursed.