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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
Emphasize the importance of perseverance in faith, warning against the temptation to revert to past ways, and encouraging the congregation to move forward in faith, despite challenges and trials.
Good morning, Church. We all gather here today to explore a passage from the Book of Numbers, a narrative filled with lessons to guide us in our faith journey. As we turn to Numbers 14:1-4, we're confronted with the story of the Israelites contemplating a return to their past in Egypt, a stark ...read more
Scripture: Numbers 14:1-4
Topics: Falling Away
This sermon explores the dangers of pride, using Lucifer's fall as a warning, and emphasizes the importance of humility and God's grace.
Good morning, brothers and sisters. We gather here today, bound by our faith, warmed by our fellowship, and guided by the Word of God. We are here to learn, to grow, to be challenged and comforted by the eternal truths found in the Holy Scriptures. Opening Scripture Reading – Our focus today is a ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-14
Topics: Fall, Lucifer
Final message in a series on King Saul, "Portrait of a Politician" -- looking at Saul’s failed leadership.
Trinity Baptist Church July 20, 2008 Portrait of a Politician The Deposed King 1 Samuel 15-31 In tough economic times maybe you’re thinking about polishing your resume and applying for a different job. If you find yourself looking, let me give you a little help. I ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
Paul hated Christians, yet encountered Christ on the road to Damascus where his life was transformed. Paul received his commission from this experience.
A. BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. "Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews" (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. "As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless" (Phil. 3:5,6). 3. Best teacher. ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:5-14
Saul gives us a great example of what a follower of God should not do. We can learn a great lesson from this mans life. God can work with anything except disobedience.
Intro: Saul, if he were alive today could be the star of a reality TV show. It would be titled “What not to do when relating to God.” As we look at Saul’s life we can see pin-holes of greatness. However the little bits of light are later consumed by complete darkness. Ultimately if you ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35
Jesus turns Saul around
A. INTRODUCTION: PAUL’S BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. “Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews” (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless” (Phil. ...read more
Scripture: Acts 9:3
FOCAL POINT: FOUR CHARACTERISTICS OF DAVID’S LIFE
LIFE LESSONS FROM SAMUEL, SAUL AND DAVID PART 3 OF A 3 PART SERIES KEY VERSE: ACTS 13:21-22 FOCAL POINT: FOUR CHARACTERISTICS OF DAVID’S LIFE INTRODUCTION: PLEASE SEE PART 1 OF THIS SERIES FOR A GENERAL INTRODUCTION. DAVID TRULY HAD A HEART FOR GOD. THE REIGN OF KING SAUL, ...read more
Scripture: Acts 13:21-22
First Samuel 24:1-22 shows us God's constraint of his servant in the establishment of his kingdom.
Scripture David’s journey to throne of Israel was a difficult one. The current king, Saul, was jealous of God’s anointed one—David—and wanted to kill him. Though initially fearful of Saul, David’s trust in God grew, and in his sovereign, providential care of him. We see this again as David spares ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Many things undergo changes in this life
Paul before his conversion he was known as Saul, after he was converted he became Paul. Illus: Conversion is generally a religious word. However, through life we have many conversions, such as: • Some are converted in politics from one partical to another • Some are converted in the sports ...read more
Scripture: Acts 9:1-9
Stephen did not fall for a different Gospel. He was a Christ follower. He lived and died for Christ.
This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2008 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . Click to have messages emailed to you as they are made available. You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are ...read more
Scripture: Acts 7:55-60
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This is the 14th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 1st King". This Series is about King Saul.
Series: Israel’s 1St King [#14] GOOD BEGINNINGS ARE NO GUARANTEE 1 Samuel 28:1-25 Introduction: “Lord, help us to end well”. This should be the prayer of all Christians. Good beginnings are no guarantee of successful endings. King Saul is proof of that. If any man had the great opportunity for ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:1-25
God has given us a choice to follow him or not.
Which Bible story do you wish you could have been recorded on tape as it actually happened? Would it be the creation story? Would it be Jonah and the whale? Or what about the crucifixion and/or resurrection of Christ? Unfortunately we do not have video records of Bible events and may be for good ...read more
Scripture: Luke 3:17, Genesis 3:1-24
Denomination: Church Of God
True friendship is a gift of God, and a person who has a true friend should be thankful and appreciate that friendship. David and Jonathan are a beautiful picture of what true friendship is. What are the characteristics of a true friend?
Characteristics of a True Friend 1 Samuel 18:1 - 4 True friendship is a gift of God, and a person who has a true friend should be thankful and appreciate that friendship. CS Lewis said that friends are people that face in the same direction toward common projects, goals – above all, towards ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-4
After being somewhat reluctantly anointed king of Israel, Saul faces his first two tests. How the new king handles these two encounters will set the tone for the rest of his reign.
The Crown – Season One – Episode 3 You have done a foolish thing We left chapter 10 a little confused. Saul seems to lack initiative. He doesn’t exhibit the skills associated with leadership. In some ways there is not a lot of hope for his reign. Yet, Samuel says some very encouraging things about ...read more
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
David was perhaps Israel's greatest king. He wasn't born into a royal family, and didn't meet the guidelines some might have expected of a king, but God chose him. And that was enough.
Introduction: David was a very colorful character in the Bible. From a humble beginning in life, God used him to accomplish many things, eventually becoming king over all Israel. Not every person will have a “shepherd-to-scepter” life or encounter, such as what happened to David. Every believer in ...read more
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