After the record of the miraculous birth of Samuel in chapter one and the praiseful prayer of Hannah in chapter two (1 Samuel 2:1-10), we are introduced to the spiritual famine of this time – which is still the time of the judges.
Samson’s life is a riddle—much like the riddle that he tells to his companions. In the end, Samson’s strength is destroyed by his lust after the so-called sweet things of the flesh.
It is not enough that the offering is brought; it must be acceptable to God. God must receive it.
The life of Paul is an example to us all
Abomination – that which is hateful and disgusting, especially to God
