Episode 8: I deserve it

What happens when we start believing, “I deserve it”? In this powerful message from The Jesus Story (Ch. 5, Ep. 8), we dive into Judges 15 and the life of Samson—a man chosen by God, yet dangerously driven by pride.

After striking back at the Philistines, Samson justifies his actions with a simple mindset: “I only did to them what they did to me.” But beneath that response is a deeper issue many of us wrestle with—pride.

In this sermon, we explore three hard truths about pride:

• Pride pushes God out of our story

• Pride builds us up… only to bring us down

• Pride blinds us from seeing what God is doing

Even in victory, Samson boasts in his own strength, forgetting the One who empowered him. Yet in a moment of desperation, he cries out—and God responds with grace.

This message is a reminder that while pride leads to destruction, humility positions us for God’s lifting power. As we surrender ourselves fully to Him (Romans 12:1-2), He transforms our hearts, renews our minds, and leads us into His perfect will.

If you’ve ever felt justified, entitled, or caught in the trap of “I deserve it,” this message is for you.

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