Samson: Strength Wasted, Then Redeemed — 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)

Scripture: Judges 13:1-16:31

Theme: God’s gifts are for His glory, not ours

Age Group: 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)

Lesson Overview

The story of Samson: Strength Wasted, Then Redeemed (Judges 13:1-16:31) is one of the great accounts of Scripture. It teaches us that god’s gifts are for his glory, not ours. This story connects to the Gospel: God has always been working to save His people, and the ultimate fulfillment is Jesus Christ. Today, billions of people around the world need to hear about God’s faithfulness and saving power.

Connection to the Gospel

Samson wasted his strength on himself. Jesus used His strength for others. Samson’s final prayer foreshadowed Christ’s strength in weakness.