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  • Johnny Carver avatar

    When A Nation Divorces God

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Nov 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,543 views

    Using the time when God’s people rejected Samuel as their leader and demanded a king to lead them as an example of how our nation is ever turning away from Godly principles.

    Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Title: “When A Nation Divorces God” Introduction: Here in 1 Sam. 8 we see a great change taking place. Because of the aging of Samuel and the failure of Samuel’s sons in their positions of leadership the leaders of the people request a king, not a judge, to rule over ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Robert Cox avatar

    We Want A King!

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Nov 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,720 views

    Israel insisted on a king to protect them. So does AMerica! Both ignored God’s warnings!

    1 SAM 8:1 Now it came to pass when Samuel was old that he made his sons judges over Israel. 2 The name of his firstborn was Joel, and the name of his second, Abijah; they were judges in Beersheba. 3 But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside after dishonest gain, took bribes, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    Ok, The Election Is Over, Now What

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,315 views

    During the recent campaign there has been so much hate by Christians on both sides. Now is the time to remember who we are supposed to be people of love.

    Buddy is what history has called a “Yellow Dog Democrat.” He would never disagree with that statement. He never has had anything good to say about any Republican that has ever held office. In fact the word “Republican” is almost always uttered with an expletive of one form or another. If a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Best Hope For America's Future

    Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Nov 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,516 views

    Looking at government, politics and elections from a Biblical perspective.

    THE BEST HOPE FOR AMERICA’S FUTURE 11-2-08 1. A politician died and was met by St. Peter. Peter said, “I was told to offer you something you are very familiar with. You will be allowed to vote for where you will spend eternity; heaven or hell. You will spend a day in each place and then cast ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Douglas Turner avatar

    How To Ruin A Revival

    Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jul 24, 2008
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    In Chapter 6 of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel experienced some of the darkest days of their history. Their enemies had won a great victory and the Ark of the Lord had been captured. Because God had brought a great plague upon their enemies, the Ark of th

    In Chapter 6 of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel experienced some of the darkest days of their history. Their enemies had won a great victory and the Ark of the Lord had been captured. Because God had brought a great plague upon their enemies, the Ark of the Lord was returned, but the Israelites were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Makings Of A Bad Decision Series

    Contributed by Eric Lones on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,401 views

    4 Signs Your Making a Bad Decision taken from 1st Samuel chapter 8.

    THE MAKINGS OF A BAD DECISION 1 Samuel 8:1, 3-22 1 When Samuel grew old, he appointed his sons as judges for Israel… 3 But his sons did not walk in his ways. They turned aside after dishonest gain and accepted bribes and perverted justice. 4 So all the elders of Israel gathered together and came ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Substitute King Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,002 views

    First in a series on the life and reign of Saul. This message deals with the results of Israel demanding a King, and of God giving them what they request.

    Trinity Baptist Church June 22, 2008 Series: Portrait of a Politician Title: The Substitute King 1 Samuel 8:1-22 I don’t know much about Samuel Clements -- Mark Twain -- when it comes to his faith. But he said something once which was dead on. He said, “Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is King?

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 24, 2001
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     | 15,360 views

    The Israelites decided that they needed an earthly king and when they got what they asked for it wasn’t so good. It still happens today.

    Sunday Morning July 29, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM WHO IS KING? 1 SAMUEL 8 Introduction: 1. Who here likes to be in charge? You know, be in control of what happens! Almost all of us, if we are being honest, like to be in charge. 2. We face that problem in our church, in our work ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Samuel - The Rejected Hero Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 22, 2006
    based on 51 ratings
     | 40,272 views

    When the Israelites reject Samuel and cry out for a King, God essentially tells Samuel: it’s not about you. This simple piece of advice made a powerful difference for Samuel, and can do the same for us. Find out why.

    OPEN: Years ago, when a person would use the telephone operator to help make phone calls, a small boy dialed "O" asked the operator to call a number for him. He didn’t speak clearly, so she had trouble understanding him and asked him to repeat the number several times. After about the fourth time ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When God Says No

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 23, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,527 views

    This sermon teaches you how to respond when God says no (to your requests).

    Has God ever said no to something you desired? Maybe you asked for a new job, a change of career, a new house or a similar request. In I Samuel 8 we find an occasion when God’s people requested something they did not need. When they prayed God told them, no! The people had prayed that Samuel would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Rogers avatar

    5 Benefits Of Walking With The Lord Series

    Contributed by Danny Rogers on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 38 ratings
     | 116,617 views

    When you walk with the Lord you can be sure that you will receive the nourishment needed to produce healthy, growing fruit.

    Intro: A farmer one planted two fruit trees on opposite sides of his property. The one he planted to provide a hedge hide the unsightly view of an old landfill; the other to provide shade to rest under near a cool mountain stream which ran down beside his fields. As the two trees grew, both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    Be Careful What You Ask For

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Dec 4, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,696 views

    We need to be careful of what we ask for. When we ask for things of this world we just might get them. But, if we place God first we will have live that are truly touched and blessed.

    I remember one Sunday several years ago, just a couple of years after I went into the ministry. It had been raining non-stop for a couple of days. I was appointed, at that time, in farm country. Those folks are always praying for rain. My phone had rung all morning with people calling to tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Make Us A King To Judge Us

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011
     | 5,277 views

    There is a very popular saying that states, “those that ignore history are doomed to repeat it,” and this is the theme that we will explore today. Today we are going to learn a very valuable lesson from a terrible decision.

    As I have said on numerous occasions, no one is perfect. The truth is that all of us make mistakes, and are guilty of making decisions based on impulse. In other words, we allow ourselves to be led by our feelings, and the worst part is that we allow ourselves to be led by the things of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    What The Country Needs Now

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,438 views

    God is to be trusted to bless our nation, even when there are problems in the world.

    Scripture Introduction It might seem that nothing could be less relevant than a chapter from an ancient book, describing a transition in political power of a nation half the world away, which occurred over 3000 years ago! But the events of that day and time include: • Corrupt politicians taking ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Who Is Driving Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 29, 2009
    based on 19 ratings
     | 11,906 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the series "Pot Holes".

    Sunday Morning June 28, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Pot Holes [#1] WHO IS DRIVING? 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Introduction: Recently, while driving through a rain storm, I hit a pothole that I was unaware of and just about wrecked my car. If you have ever hit a pothole, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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