Samson X-File: Identity, Faith, Struggle, and Divine Purpose

by Hongkil Lee

Overview

Many Christians grew up learning about Samson through Bible studies and sermons, yet confusion remains. Traditional narratives reflect Samson has a flawed hero or a failed judge, yet many interpretations provide more confusion than clarity. Samson X file: Identity, Faith, Struggle, and Divine Purpose introduces a pivotal shift in understanding this biblical character, focusing on Samson's life primarily from the standpoint of his lifelong Nazirite vow.
Samson X-File goes beyond the simplicity of success and failure, instead exploring the profound implications of Samson's dual calling by God—as both a Nazirite and a judge. It poses a critical question: "Why did God choose Samson to embody these seemingly paradoxical roles?" The story of Samson is my story and your story. Samson X-File will challenge readers how to live as a Christian in today's generation. Samson X-File will help readers gain a sense of calling as His chosen children and our purpose in life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798331403928
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	06/04/2024
Pages:	198
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.42(d)

About the Author

With an undergraduate degree from Yonsei University, he felt God' s calling to pursue an M.Div from Hapdong Theological Seminary. Driven by a fervent desire to excel in preaching, his academic journey continued at Dallas Theological Seminary (STM) and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (Th.M/Ph.D), where he developed a robust biblical and philosophical framework for expository preaching.

He serves as both a senior pastor and a professor, committed to his community and churches. His doctoral dissertation delved into 'Christ-Centered Preaching' cuhninating in a proposal for 'Christ-Saturated Preaching: A Hermeneutical and Homiletical Analysis ofChrist-Centered Preaching and Its Implications.'

Editorial Reviews

Perhaps the most curious character in Old Testament narrative is the man called Samson. His fascinating story seems to raise more questions than it answers in the reader's mind. Samson X-File is a refreshing book to have in a time when exposition of Old Testament books is being ignored. I recommend it to every believer as a book that will not only unlock the door to understanding the life of Samson but will also feed their soul.

https://biblexfiles.blogspot.com/2024/05/praise-for-samson-x-file-from-dr-jerry.html - Jerry Harmon

Since I was a small child, I have been intrigued by the story of Samson. When I younger it was simply an exciting story about a strong man who could defeat a lion with his bare hands. He was kind of like a biblical superhero. However, as I grew older, the story of Samson became much more complex. This is where Hongkil Lee's Samson X-File comes into the picture. Dr. Lee does a complete study of the story of Samson and it is enlightening. It is an interesting and challenging book.

https://biblexfiles.blogspot.com/2024/05/review-for-samson-x-file-from-dr-chip.html - Chip Pendleton