Lord Remember Me
By David Vernon (Xulon Press Elite)
Author David Vernon considers Samson’s prayer as a reminder for us of God’s grace, forgiveness and power.
Samson’s prayer for the Lord to “remember me” is highlighted with the author’s commentary on Samson’s legacy, his appearance in the hall of faith, and the struggles of everyday life.
His book is best read as you review Judges 13 through 16, a study that Vernon did while traveling with the Singing Men of South Texas in Ukraine and studying the life of Samson.
Vernon offers a unique take on the story of Samson, looking at him as more than just a Nazarite with long hair, his lust for women and his dealings with Delilah and the Philistines.
Rather than seeing his prayer in Judges 16 as a “pitiful end to a sad and tragic life,” the author examines Samson’s life as he compares his faults to those who struggle to follow the Lord and his commands in the present day.
Vernon covers topics like the importance of a strong and vibrant prayer life, much like the one similar to Samson’s parents.
Other topics include the work of the Holy Spirit, the sanctity of life, honesty in relationships, love, and seeking what God desires in our lives.
Believers can take from this study that a devotion to God and a desire to live a holy life are the solutions to avoiding the pitfalls encountered by Samson.
Lord Remember Me serves as a unique reminder that the Lord can use anyone and anything for his glory and purpose. The book also serves as a reminder that everyone has a choice in living for the Lord rather than for self.
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