09/08/2026
The Word By Wyse
Sun. Aug 9, 2026
DELILAH CAN'T STOP IT FROM GROWING
Main Text: Judges 16:22
"However, the hair of his head began to grow again after it had been shaved."
Introduction
Samson was chosen by God and empowered with supernatural strength. Through compromise and Delilah's deception, he lost his strength, freedom, and dignity. The Philistines believed they had permanently defeated him after shaving his hair, blinding him, and imprisoning him. Yet Judges 16:22 reveals a powerful truth: "The hair of his head began to grow again." The enemy could frustrate Samson, but he could not stop God's purpose from growing again. Likewise, Satan may delay you, but he cannot destroy God's plan for your life.
3 LESSONS FROM SAMSON'S STORY
1. The Enemy Can Cut You Down, but Cannot Stop God's Purpose
Delilah cut Samson's hair, but she could not stop it from growing. The enemy may attack your ministry, family, health, or finances, but he cannot permanently destroy what God has ordained. What God has planted in your life will rise again.
2. Your Lowest Point Can Become Your Turning Point
Samson lost everything, yet while he was in prison, God was quietly restoring him. Sometimes God does His greatest work in our darkest seasons. Your setback is not your conclusion; it may be the beginning of your restoration.
3. God Restores What the Enemy Tried to Destroy
Samson's growing hair symbolized renewed consecration and returning strength. When we repent and return to God, He restores our spiritual strength, purpose, and hope. The enemy may delay your progress, but he cannot cancel God's calling.
Conclusion
Samson's story reminds us that God always has the final word. Delilah cut his hair, but she could not stop it from growing. The Philistines chained his body, but they could not imprison God's purpose. No matter what has been taken from you, God can restore it. Keep trusting Him, because your strength is returning, your purpose is growing, and your best days are still ahead. The enemy may have frustrated you, but he cannot stop what God has ordained to grow.
By Rev Mike Aidoo Wyse
(The Wise Word Outreach)