Before you were born, God ordained your purpose. But the promises and prophecies spoken over your life rarely come with a warning label.
In this powerful sermon, Bishop T.D. Jakes examines the extraordinary life of Samson in Judges 13, revealing the side effects of being strong. What happens when strength becomes a burden, especially when we don’t know how to confront our weakness? The world tells us to always be strong. But in doing so, we lose sight of the beauty of our duality. We hide. We pretend. And we push through pain alone.
Yes, Samson had supernatural strength, but his weakness for Delilah clouded his vision and cost him his calling. Even superheroes have their kryptonite.
TRANSFORMATION MOMENT: Your breakthrough begins when you stop trying to be the hero and find strength in your vulnerability. Bring God your weakness, your weariness, your addictions, your fears. He’s ready to break through your camouflage and give you real strength.
Message: “Side Effects”
Scripture: Judges 13:1-8 (LEB)
Speaker: Bishop T.D. Jakes
Date: May 25, 2025
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