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  • James May avatar

    Are You Hiding In Comfort Or Fighting The Battle?

    Contributed by James May on Nov 3, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 22,227 views

    Jonathan and Saul are great examples for those who will rise up and do battle for God against the enemy or hide under the shade in comfort.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Gary Webb avatar

    To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

    Contributed by Gary Webb on Nov 23, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 100,843 views

    The importance of obedience.

    Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-3, 7-31 (22-24) Introduction: The key verses to this passage are verses 22-24. Obedience is better than sacrifice. Actually, though, most of us don’t care that much for either obedience or sacrifice. If we had to pick one or the other, a little religious sacrifice is what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    The Unlimited Love Of God

    Contributed by James May on May 22, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 28,741 views

    God’s Love is unlimited toward all people, but do we still have his blessings and his favor? God loves the sinner but we are required to serve him before we can truly experience his great love.

    THE UNLIMITED LOVE OF GOD By Pastor Jim May Scriptures used: Romans 5:8, James 1:17-18, 1 Samuel 9:2, and the primary source, 1 Samuel 12:19-25 If there is one thing that defines how God feels toward humanity, it’s His unlimited love. I’m so glad to know the love of God. I’m so glad to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephen Woody avatar

    God Measures The Heart

    Contributed by Stephen Woody on Jun 10, 2005
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,004 views

    This is a Father’s Day Sermon that points out how difficult it is to be a good father, but that thankfully, it’s not something we do without help from above

    "GOD MEASURES THE HEART" Introduction: I DON’T LIKE FATHER’S DAY! Let Me Be Honest And Get That Out of The Way Right Now Father’s day, for a preacher is a royal pain in the neck. If the preacher is a male, that is. And especially if the preacher is a Father. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rich Cook avatar

    Confession: Reasons And Excuses

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 21, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,600 views

    God doesn’t want our excuses or reasons. He desires a pure heart and real confession. Both Saul and David confessed. One was real.

    Confession: Reasons and Excuses Purpose: To better explain full confession 1. Cheating reasons: a young man comes from a very poor farming family. The only way he can go to college is on scholarship. He wants to study agriculture so he can return home and help the family increase the productivity ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mike Turner avatar

    Saul, Samuel And A Shepherd Boy

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 27, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,587 views

    Saul was rejected by the Lord as King, and replaced by of all people........a shepherd boy !

    Saul, Samuel And A Shepherd Boy 1 Samuel 15:17-35, 16:4-13 Three points........ I. Saul Was Losing ! a. Lost his convictions. b. Lost his chance. c. Lost his crown. II. Samuel Was Lamenting ! a. He annointed Saul. b. He advised Saul. but in the end c. He abandoned Saul. (no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ronnie Smith avatar

    Steps To Greatness

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 10,418 views

    Steps to greatness I Samuel 16:1-22 1 Samuel 16 1And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite:

    Steps to greatness I Samuel 16:1-22 1 Samuel 16 1And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Charles Newman avatar

    Excellence Or Obedience? Series

    Contributed by Charles Newman on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,582 views

    This is a sermon designed to preach to a group of pastors.

    Excellence or Obedience? Sermon by: Charlie Newman Introduction What in your life would you define as excellent? Do you enjoy excellent food? Do you have an excellent family, maybe even a few excellent friends or a church that excels in fellowship? I’m looking forward tonight to an excellent meal ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jose Gomez Sr. avatar

    #1. The Powerfull Arrow Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 6, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,110 views

    Part1 of a six part series. In part 1 we cover the importance of obedience to God and how the truth helps us be obedient to Him.

    Psalm 127:4 (Our emphasis will be on this verse) A powerfull warior of God always walks in obedience. 1 Samuel 15:22 says; "To obey is better than sacrifice" Obedience in the Bible is threefold; 1. Obey God before anything else 2. Obey God’s institution on earth (The church and its leaders, The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Keith Manry avatar

    Our Last Choice - God's First Choice: David The Shepherd Boy Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004
    based on 150 ratings
     | 41,594 views

    Part 1 of a series on the Life of David.

    Insights from the Life of David – Part 1: Our Last Choice – God’s First Choice: David the Shepherd Boy I Samuel 16:1-13 I’ll never forget the feeling. It haunts me to this day. I know that some of you can relate because you too where there. You’re standing on the sideline of the basketball court ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    The Word Of The Lord Part 2.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 1,815 views

    From Gen. to Revelations, the word of the Lord comes to many, is it in you?

    The Word of the Lord’ part 2. Psa 9:20 “Put them in fear, O LORD; that the nations may know themselves to be but men.” The word of the Lord is our guide into salvation, preservation, resurrection and eternal life. Your destination lye’s somewhere ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Victor Yap avatar

    The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004
    based on 50 ratings
     | 8,403 views

    David, Pt. 1 of 15

    THE HEART OF THE MATTER (1 SAM. 16) During the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer. “Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding vows. When you get to me and the part where I’m to promise to “love, honor and obey” and “forsaking all others, be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • RAMON ROJAS avatar

    Obediencia; Reflejo De Dios En Tu Vida

    Contributed by Ramon Rojas on Jun 18, 2004
    based on 81 ratings
     | 78,140 views

    Cuando estudiamos la Palabra de Dios. Es necesario que reconozcamos que al confesar a Cristo como Salvador personal. Venimos a ser reflejo de Dios a otros.

    Introducción: Cuando estudiamos la Palabra de Dios. Es necesario que reconozcamos que al confesar a Cristo como Salvador personal. Venimos a ser reflejo de Dios a otros. Dios comienza a manifestarse a través y por medio de nuestra vida. Dios comienza a reflejarse en nosotros. Hoy quiero hablar de ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Alan McCann avatar

    David Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,432 views

    David’s anointing

    I Samuel 161-13 David In 1809 a little French man called Napoleon was marching through Austria and for a while it looked like all the world would fall under his command. Yet only historians and military buffs could tell you the battles that were won by Napoleon in 1809. Yet in 1809 many thousands ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Sammy Lopez avatar

    God Knows Your X-Ray

    Contributed by Sammy Lopez on Jul 2, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,515 views

    There are some things in your life that only God can see!

    (Props: Dress up in a doctors lab coat and carry a stethascope for visual effect) One of the least favorite places for anyone to go is to the doctor. One major reason is because no one likes to get shots! Yet, doctors are there to help us in times when we are sick and need attention physically. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist