In every generation an individual surfaces from obscurity to become a hero. The Iraqi civilian who risked his life to tell the Americans that Jessica Lynch, an American soldier, was being held as a prisoner of war in an Iraqi hospital is considered a hero along with the soldiers who dramatically rescued her.
Samson does not present himself as a hero because his choices portrayed him as too self-centered. However, he refused to be portrayed as a man without courage or lacking bravery. His final act of self-sacrifice was a triumph God would use for the benefit of his people, demonstrating to all that God’s purpose would be fulfilled.
Someone observed, “The world is in need of heroes, for unhappy is a people that have none.” There are unsung heroes who risk everything for others because God consistently calls ordinary people to serve, sometimes quietly, sometimes with loud praise. Be ready to demonstrate your gifts and talents when Jesus calls you.
At first, I was weak and trembling with fear. When I
talked with you or preached, I didn’t try to prove anything by sounding wise. I
simply let God’s Spirit show his power. That way you would have faith because
of God’s power and not because of human wisdom.
~1 Corinthians 2:3-5 Contemporary English Version
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