"What A Mess: Samson” | Rev. Roberto Chaple
In a world full of chaos, how do we stay faithful to God’s purpose when we’ve made a mess of things? In What A Mess: Samson, Pastor Roberto unpacks the story of a man whose strength wasn’t in his hair, but in his commitment and consecration to God. We’re reminded that patterns of compromise can weaken our calling, but God's grace always leaves room for redemption.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of failure, you’re not alone. Join us as we reflect on how God can take our greatest weakness and turn it into our greatest strength.
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More Sermons in this Series
Discover how God turned Samson’s greatest failure into his greatest victory. Learn how faith, purpose, and consecration still matter today.
Gideon's story in Judges 6–7 reminds us that God isn't looking for the strongest—He's looking for the willing. This week in What a Mess, Pastor Vicki walks us through how God met Gideon in his fear, transformed his faith, and delivered victory through weakness.
In a world where “everyone does what is right in their own eyes,” the story of Deborah from Judges 4–5 reminds us that God still raises up unexpected leaders for His purposes. Rev. Vicki Harrison walks us through the courageous obedience of a prophetess and judge in a time of chaos. Discover how Deborah's faith, leadership, and worship point us toward Jesus—and what that means for your own calling today. Ready to take your next step in faith? Join a Community Group or explore how we Grow Faith.
Other Sermons from Pastor Roberto
What does godly leadership look like? Pastor Vicki shows us that true Christian leaders are humble servants and faithful stewards—just like Jesus. Watch the full service or listen to the sermon.
In a divided world, the church must model something different. In week one of Dear Corinth, Pastor Roberto challenges us to leave behind our preferences and unite around the mission of Jesus.
Discover how God turned Samson’s greatest failure into his greatest victory. Learn how faith, purpose, and consecration still matter today.
Jesus never told us when He would return—but He did command us to keep watch. In this message, Pastor Roberto Chaple explores what it means to live prepared, not panicked, and how hope in Christ shapes the way we face the unknown.
This week, Pastor Roberto brings us the powerful story of Paul—a man whose life was radically transformed by the grace of God.
Simon Peter was bold, brash, and deeply flawed—and Jesus still called him. In this kickoff to the Use Me series, Pastor Roberto Chaple shows how God works through imperfect people with willing hearts.
In this Pentecost message, Pastor Roberto Chaple explores Acts 2:1–4 and how the arrival of the Holy Spirit marked the beginning of a global movement. Discover what it means to carry the fire of God.
Why did Jesus die on the cross? This sermon unpacks Mark 8 and four powerful reasons the cross matters—substitution, sacrifice, history, and eternity. Discover how Jesus' identity and mission transform our lives today.
Why did Jesus die on the cross? This sermon unpacks Mark 8 and four powerful reasons the cross matters—substitution, sacrifice, history, and eternity. Discover how Jesus' identity and mission transform our lives today.
Why did Jesus die on the cross? This sermon unpacks Mark 8 and four powerful reasons the cross matters—substitution, sacrifice, history, and eternity. Discover how Jesus' identity and mission transform our lives today.


Even in the darkest parts of scripture, God is pointing us to Jesus. In this final message of What A Mess, Pastor Vicki reveals how the Book of Judges shows our need for a Savior—and how Jesus meets us in our brokenness. Watch or listen now.