Sermons on Judges 16:20-22:

Samson: The Final Chapter, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 21, 2020

When these events took place, Samson was in trouble and he knew it. The final chapter of his life concludes with a very significant event. May we learn from Samson: trust God, but don't make the same mistakes he did!

Introduction: When the events of this story took place, Samson is in the Philistine prison in Gaza (16:21); his head was shaved and he was bound in fetters of bronze (brass, KJV). He was sentenced to grind (grain?) in the prison house. Even worse, he was blind—the Philistines had put out his eyes ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:22-31, Genesis 20:3-4, Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Manipulation

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on May 3, 2020

Manipulation is a demonic spirit that one must be delivered from, so that one would not manipulate others and one would not be manipulated.

What is manipulation? In my own understanding, manipulation is: • An act of tactically influencing another person mind into thinking or doing what they would not have otherwise thought or done. • A demonic and afflicting spirit, because of the characters it exhibits. "Psychological ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-21, 2 Peter 2:14, Matthew 24:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Have A Cut Man! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

The bell sounds. You can’t stay huddled in the corner. The fight is on and it is going to be a slugfest!

Slugfest Pt. 3 - You Have a Cut Man! I. Introduction Ali, Tyson, Lennox, Mayweather, Gracie, Liddell and Silva. You don't even have to be a boxing or mix martial arts fan to know the names. These are fighters who have left a mark on their sport. But what if I said the names Chuck Bodak, Al ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:19-21, 2 Corinthians 11:23-27, Judges 16:28-30, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

When The Ark Of God Is Captured By The Enemy

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 18, 2021

The ark of God represents the presence of God. It was the symbol of God's power and glory in the nation of Israel. When the bearer of the ark of God allows sin to reign in his heart, the presence of God departs from the ark.

TEXT: 1 Samuel 4:10-11 (NLT) "So the Philistines fought desperately, and Israel was defeated again. The slaughter was great; 30,000 Israelite soldiers died that day. The survivors turned and fled to their tents. The Ark of God was captured, and Hophni and Phinehas, the two sons of Eli, were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:10-11, Judges 16:4-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beauty Of Being Alone Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 12, 2024

In a Society where relationships are highly valued, being alone can be seen as a negative experience.

In a Society where relationships are highly valued, being alone can be seen as a negative experience. However, the Bible teaches us that being alone is sometimes better than being in the wrong relationships. Consider the story of David and Jonathan. Jonathan, Saul's son, was a close friend of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-4, Judges 16:4-22

Sermon # 20 - A Repentant Heart Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 25, 2024

Jonah was brought to the depths and after being battered in the belly of a big fish, Jonah repented and turned back to God. Rebellion is detrimental to us and only those who repent and get back to God can fulfill His purposes for their lives.

For this study and meditation we will read, Jonah 1:17, “When Jonah fell into the sea, the LORD chose a very big fish to swallow Jonah. He was in the stomach of the fish for three days and three nights.” (ERV) When Jonah disobeyed God, and voyaged in the opposite direction to the place God bid him ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1, Psalm 119:144, Judges 16:21, Judges 16:27, Luke 15:15-17, Luke 15:13, Proverbs 20:20-21, Judges 16:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Dangers Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 9, 2025

This is the 15th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#15] THE DANGERS OF COMPROMISE Judges 16:1-31 Introduction: Our text serves as a strong reminder of the dangers of compromise in our spiritual lives. At its core, we see how Samson, a man chosen by God and blessed with incredible strength, succumbed to temptation and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of Delilah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Delilah is remembered as a symbol of betrayal, manipulation, and misplaced priorities. However, her story serves as a warning to believers about the dangers of greed, ungodly relationships, and allowing the enemy to use us for his agenda.

CHARACTER STUDY OF DELILAH – BETRAYED SAMSON TO THE PHILISTINES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. Judges 16:19 "And she made him sleep upon her knees; and she called for a man, and she caused him to shave off the seven locks of his head; and she began to afflict him, and his strength went ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Temple Of Doom

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 18, 2025

The original Temple of Doom has nothing to do with Indiana Jones, but with the biblical Hercules SAMSON, who, despite blindness, with one blow, took out more Philistines in his death than in his life!

THE TEMPLE OF DOOM Judges 16:18-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage. The first man went to the sage’s home and told his version of what happened. When he finished, the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:18-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Samson: Wrongly Trusted In His Own Strength Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

Samson lost God's presence.

A. THE BIRTH OF SAMSON 1. From the weak unlikely tribe “of the Danites” (Judges 13:2) 2. A Nazarite from birth (13:7), i.e., separated to God. (Numbers 6:1-13). a. Can’t cut hair. b. Can’t touch a dead body. c. Can’t drink wine (fruit of the vine). 3. God’s call. “He shall begin to deliver ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Biblical Backsliders Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

The Bible provides several examples of people who fell into backsliding, some of whom were restored, while others faced tragic consequences. Studying their lives gives us valuable lessons on how to remain steadfast in faith and avoid their mistakes.

LESSONS FROM BIBLICAL BACKSLIDERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 16:20 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 15:23, Proverbs 14:14, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke 22:31-32, Revelation 2:4-5 INTRODUCTION Backsliding is a spiritual decline where an individual who once walked closely with God gradually drifts ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20, 1 Samuel 15:23, Proverbs 14:14, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke 22:31-32, Revelation 2:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of A Woman

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 20, 2025

Women carry extraordinary influence and power that can either build or destroy, bless or curse, depending on how they use it.

THE POWER OF A WOMAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 16:4-21 Key Verse: “Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.” – Proverbs 14:1 Supporting Texts: Genesis 3:1-6, Ruth 1:16-17, Luke 8:1-3, Proverbs 31:10-31 INTRODUCTION Women occupy a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 22 - Longing For God's Presence Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 31, 2024

As Jonah languished in the belly of the fish, he cried out to God and sought His presence. As believers of the new covenant we have the promise of the presence of the Holy Spirit of God every moment of our lives. May we learn to value God’s presence and live in obedience to His word.

We read in Jonah 2:4,"Then I thought, 'I have been banished from your sight. Will I ever see your holy temple again?' (GW) After Jonah was swallowed by the big fish that God prepared, Jonah spent three turbulent days and nights in the belly of that fish. At the end of those three ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:4, Judges 16:28, Judges 16:20, 1 Samuel 10:1, 1 Samuel 10:10, 1 Samuel 16:14, Exodus 33:15-17, Psalm 51:11, Luke 23:34, Matthew 27:46, Hebrews 4:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Samson: Enigmatical Lesson 7

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 29, 2024

Everything outside God’s will is lost time.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Why does God allow persecution? To draw us to Himself. “The children of Israel did evil again in the sight of the Lord, and the Lord delivered them into the hand of the Philistine forty years” (13:1). 2. Forty years is wasted time. a. Not for God’s preparation. b. Everything ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1, Judges 14:6, Judges 15:4, Judges 16:4-21

Denomination: Baptist

Samson: A Case Study Of Holiness Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 28, 2025

Samson chosen even before the birth and ordained for a special purpose. He was filled with power of the spirit at the save time with power of sexual urges. A constant struggle. Finally who son the battle spirit of flesh?

Theme: “Samson- A case study of holiness.” Text: Judges 13-16 (13:25,14:6,19,16:18-21) Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! Introduction: The character of Samson is a good case study for the sensitivity of the Holy Spirit. Samson was a muscle man but weak in sex. Samson ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:18-21

Denomination: Methodist