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The Unlikely: Part Twelve Samson: Bringing Down the House Judges 16

When we say someone “brought down the house,” we usually picture a BIG moment — applause, energy, a performance that shakes the room. But sometimes, “bringing down the house” looks more like Watergate—when hidden things finally collapse under the weight of the truth. And it might mean something far more painful—when a person’s choices, compromises, … Continue reading The Unlikely: Part Twelve Samson: Bringing Down the House Judges 16 →

The Unlikely: Part EightJephthah: Faithful Fighter/Faithless FatherJudges 10:1-11:40

graphics created by Kham Ornta for The Unlikely sermon series for The Well Community Church.  Used with Permission. Have you ever promised something in the heat of the moment?  “Sure, I’ll do that…I promise!”  ‘Kiddo, if you just go to sleep, I’ll buy you a prize tomorrow!’ After a big family dinner, we swear, ‘That’s … Continue reading The Unlikely: Part EightJephthah: Faithful Fighter/Faithless FatherJudges 10:1-11:40 →

The Unlikely: Part Seven Abimelech: The Toxic Thornbush Judges 8:29-9:56

Gideon, or Jerub-Baal was an unlikely judge, and God used him to deliver the people of Israel from foreign oppression. But his story did not end well.  His newfound fame went to his head, and Gideon became a bit of a tyrant. After the famous, miraculous battle with torches and trumpets, he led the people … Continue reading The Unlikely: Part Seven Abimelech: The Toxic Thornbush Judges 8:29-9:56 →