And the woman made haste, and ranne, and shewed her husband, and said vnto him; Behold, the man hath appeared vnto me, that came vnto me the other day. Judges 13:10 (KJV)
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day. Judges 13:10 (KJV)
In Judges 13 we encounter the beginning of Samson’s story, a narrative set in the period of the judges that followed Joshua’s death. The angel of the Lord appears to Samson’s mother to announce the birth of a child who will be set apart for a special purpose as a deliverer of Israel. In response, the woman acts with urgency and faith, immediately informing her husband of the extraordinary encounter. She says, “A man of God came unto me, a very great man, and his glory was great,” echoing the earlier description that the visitor’s countenance was like that of an angel of God, very terrible. Her prompt sharing demonstrates her recognition of the significance of the divine visitation and her trust in the message received.
The woman’s reaction highlights several key spiritual principles. First, it underscores the importance of open communication within marriage; by quickly telling her husband, she fosters unity and mutual support in the face of a divine revelation. Second, her obedience and trust illustrate how believers are called to receive God’s messages without doubt or hesitation, responding with urgency and faith. Third, the angel’s appearance foreshadows the pivotal role Samson will play, indicating that God’s purposes are often announced through extraordinary encounters that require attentive and obedient hearts.
Application of this passage encourages believers today to be vigilant for God’s encounters, to respond promptly with obedience, and to share spiritual experiences with loved ones, especially within marital relationships. Such sharing builds trust, deepens relational unity, and prepares both partners to walk together in the purposes God has set before them.
