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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Allure Of Worldly Conformity.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 11, 2024
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    The Church should never want be "like all the nations."

    THE ALLURE OF WORLDLY CONFORMITY. 1 Samuel 8:4-20, 1 Samuel 11:14-15. Samuel appointed his two sons to be judges in Beersheba in the south of Israel, but ‘his sons walked not in his ways’ and ‘took bribes and perverted judgement (1 Samuel 8:1-3). On account of this, the elders of Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mike Bryant avatar

    Peculiar People

    Contributed by Mike Bryant on Jun 8, 2021
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    Israel's desire for a king is used to illustrate the temptation we face to be more like the rest of the world. But even though the world's view of us often chafes, it is God's plan that we be conspicuously different.

    I) After Moses brought the nation of Israel out of Egypt, they did not have a king for many years. A) Unlike the nations around them, they were led by men and women, judges, who were direct intermediaries between God and man. B) Early on, the people tried to make one of those judges, Gideon, into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Samuel, Kings And Chronicles Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 9, 2021
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    Choices Matter.

    May 01, 2021 My Favorite thing about Samuel, Kings and Chronicles is a consistent theme from beginning to end ---- Our Choices Matter. Each book shows, step by step, the failure of the Chosen People and their leaders to maintain their side of the covenant with God. Any political / military / ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Sermon # 41 - Forgotten Purpose Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 15, 2025
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    Jonah did not perceive God’s heart and thereby failed to rejoice when God’s purposes were accomplished in Nineveh. We as a church must have our hearts beat as one with that of God’s and fulfill His purposes to reach the lost and bring them into God’s Kingdom.

    We read in Jonah 4:5, “Jonah went out east of the city and sat down. He made a shelter for himself and sat in its shade, waiting to see what would happen to Nineveh.” (GNB) In this series we are studying the life of Jonah and comparing it with the church of today, thereby trying to learn some ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Sermon – The Cost Of Having Your Way - Do You Really Want A King?

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 4, 2025
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    But they wanted a king “the same as all the other nations” (1 Samuel 8:5). So they rejected their true King, the God of heaven and earth. God granted their request and gave them over to their desires, but not without a warning.

    Sermon – Do You Really Want A King? Scripture Lesson - 1Samuel 8:1-21 “As Samuel grew old, he appointed his sons to be judges over Israel. Joel and Abijah, his oldest sons, held court in Beersheba. But they were not like their father, for they were greedy for money. They accepted bribes and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    A New Era Begins In Israel Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 25, 2025
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    The government of Israel was administered in the name and authority of God – Israel was a Theocracy and God was their king. His earthly representatives, from Moses to Samuel, had no authority of their own. Their job was to uphold and enforce the Laws of God before the people.

    December 27, 2025 Samuel was unique. He was judge, prophet and priest and under his wise control the nation prospered. Eventually, however, he was forced to share the responsibilities of government and he chose his 2 sons – Joel and Abijah – to assist him. He appointed them judges and sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Samuel 8-11 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 26, 2024
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    Samuel tuned in to God at age 12! When everyone else tuned Him out because in those days everyone was doing was right in their own eyes!

    Never seen before in 2024! We have learned in the last few weeks that we could say never heard before in 2024 – which is about hearing the voice of God in a day when few hear it or even listen to it! Our time is no different than in Samuels young years and in his later years. Thesis: Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Character Study Of Samuel Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025
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    Samuel was a remarkable prophet, judge, and leader who played a crucial role in Israel’s history. His life was marked by obedience, prayer, and unwavering commitment to God. He guided Israel through a time of transition and left behind a legacy of faithfulness.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF SAMUEL – PROPHET AND LAST JUDGE OF ISRAEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 3:19 "And Samuel grew, and the Lord was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground." Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:3-17, 1 Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Shepherd's Sacred Heart Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2025
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    Jesus, who is the Second Person of the Trinity and True God, is in His human nature like a shepherd for all of us who believe in Him.

    Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 2025 Before we look at today’s Scriptures, let’s look back even before king Saul and King David to the time when the Israelites were led by Judges. The greatest of these was Samuel. In the first book of Samuel, chapter 8, we see a picture of Samuel when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Misplaced Trust And The God Who Never Fails

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 28, 2025
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    This sermon warns against placing our trust in human leaders, reputation, or spiritual gifts, reminding us that true holiness and steadfast faith can only be found by fixing our eyes on Christ alone and walking in humble obedience through the power of the Holy Spirit.

    Misplaced Trust and the God who Never Fails Matthew 23:1-10; Acts 8:14-23; 3 John 1:9-10; 1 Samuel 8:1-7; Luke 22:31-34 To be “holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15) is no light command—it’s a high calling that reaches into every corner of our lives. In the Old Testament alone, Israel was given 613 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Us A King! Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
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    The cry for a king in 1 Samuel 8 was not merely a political request; it was a spiritual rebellion.

    GIVE US A KING! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Supporting Texts: Hosea 13:10-11, Deuteronomy 17:14-20, Romans 12:2, Judges 8:22-23, John 18:36 INTRODUCTION: The cry for a king in 1 Samuel 8 was not merely a political request; it was a spiritual rebellion. Israel had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God’s Sovereignty In Human Choices Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 347 views

    While human beings are given the ability to choose, it is God who remains supreme over all outcomes.

    GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY IN HUMAN CHOICES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:15-24, 1 Samuel 8:4-22 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 9:15–18, Daniel 4:35, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: The tension between divine sovereignty and human choice is one of the most profound ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 48 - Words Of Authority Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 29, 2025
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    God has bestowed authority to human beings whom He has created in His own image. This authority was exercised by many men of God all through the bible. However, Jesus was the perfect one whose authority astounded everyone who met or heard Him.

    Today’s meditation is based on Numbers 22:6, “They outnumber us, so please come and put a curse on them for me. Then perhaps we will be able to defeat them and drive them out of the land. I know that when you pronounce a blessing, people are blessed, and when you pronounce a curse, they are placed ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Rejecting And Forgetting God As King PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,583 views

    To highlight the importance of recognizing and honoring God as our ultimate King, using the example of the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, and the consequences that followed.

    Good morning, church family! I hope you're all safe and well. Today, we're going to delve into a critical moment in Israel's history when they rejected God as their King and demanded a human king. We'll be focusing on 1 Samuel 8, where we see the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, the ...read more

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