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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
Pulpit monologue-drama, in which "Solomon" describes how his father’s example influenced him negatively, but his father’s repentance redeemed him.
“A wise child makes a glad father, but a foolish child is a mother’s grief.” Would you agree? I wrote that, you know. “Train children in the right way, and when old, they will not stray.” Ah, but how do we train them? That is the question. Just by commands? Or do we train them by ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
Instead of being like King Saul, whose life ended with disappointment, we can be like King David, whose life was characterized by hope, even when death was near.
J Sidlow Baxter’s book, Mark These Men, tells us he thinks a man plays the fool when he: Neglects his godly friends; Goes on enterprises for God before God sends him; Disobeys God; Tries to cover disobedience with religious sounding excuses; Allows jealousy or hatred to master him; Knowingly ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, 1 Samuel 31:1-13
As Saul was surprized by God’s selection of him as king, we too may be surprized by the opportunitites God brings our way as we use the situations He puts us in.
“I being in the way, the LORD led me” From Genesis 24:27 Saul... His name means “asked for” Was the “tall, dark, and handsome” type Was given a rare opportunity by God We must continually follow God to find all His gifts. I Follow When God’s “Not Looking” (9:1-3a) A. Busy with life’s business ...read more
Saul found the view from the palace great, but the responsibilites were greater than his heart allowed him to enjoy.
And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. 1 Samuel 13:7 It’s great to be on top… You see what others only wish to You know what it was like to be really there You decide what others will ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-13
This sermon indicates that neither success, pleasure or money will satisfy us in life. Godliness is the only thing which will bring contentment.
Where Does It End? GNLCC 5/6/2001 Eccesiastes 2:1-11 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 Before you decide to jump on a bus, a train, or a plane it is a good idea to know where the thing is going to stop. I had graduated from a school in a small town in upstate New York. There were no subways or ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, 2 Timothy 6:6-19
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Just as Saul was called out of fear to take his place of leadership, so we too are being called by God to awake from slumber and take our place in these days crying out for leadership.
Introduction: Saul’s personality was energized when the Spirit of God gripped him. He changed from the cowardly king hiding in the baggage (10:20-22) to a bold man of action (11:5-7). Just as he awoke and took his place, we too must awake to God’s hand on our lives. These difficult days in our ...read more
Saul’s failure to address his own heart and it’s lust get to the heart of the matter why God’ prefered David’s heart to his.
And Samuel came to Saul: and Saul said unto him, Blessed be thou of the LORD: I have performed the commandment of the LORD. 1 Samuel 15:13 Rejection is one of the most common things we face, yet it is perhaps the most difficult obstacle we must regularly overcome. It is also one of the things ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35
King Saul’s depression, caused by disobedience to God, was relieved as he came to terms with himself and asked David to play his harp - a parable of what Jesus can do for us.
A century ago when biographies of Christian men were written it was the accepted policy not to probe too deeply into their lives. It was felt that it wasn’t to the glory of God that a man whom God had used mightily in his service should have weaknesses or failings (except, of course, before ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23
The story of King Saul...wrong choices lead to a horrible statement "I have played the fool." Great challenge to men, especially at Fathers day
In our scripture reading today we find perhaps one of the saddest accounts recorded in the bible of a father who went wrong, of a dad who made the wrong choices! behold, I have played the fool, This is the confession of King Saul. No doubt in this particular setting Saul was referring to his ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:21
Denomination: Holiness
A study in the book of 1 Samuel 12: 1 – 25
1 Samuel 12: 1 – 25 Time to move on 12 Now Samuel said to all Israel: “Indeed I have heeded your voice in all that you said to me, and have made a king over you. 2 And now here is the king, walking before you; and I am old and gray headed, and look, my sons are with you. I have walked before you ...read more
Denomination: Calvary Chapel
The themes of God's unexpected calling, the consequences of unbridled passion, and the importance of enduring till the end.
Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into the heart of the Old Testament, focusing on 1 Samuel chapters 16 and 17. This is the story of a young shepherd boy named David who was called, anointed, and chosen by God to become one of the most influential kings in Israel's history. As we ...read more
Topics: King David
This sermon explores the profound hope and assurance found in recognizing Jesus Christ as our King, Savior, Counselor, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.
Good morning, beloved! It's a joy to gather with you today, as we stand on holy ground, united in our love for the Lord and our hunger for His Word. We live in a world that often feels like a wilderness, where confusion reigns and the path to righteousness seems shrouded in shadows. But, we are not ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
Topics: Jesus, King
This sermon encourages us to recognize and celebrate God's majesty, seek His guidance in spiritual battles, and open our hearts to His transformative power.
Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we find ourselves surrounded by the warmth of fellowship and the palpable presence of our God. As we gather here, we are reminded of the beautiful tapestry of faith that binds us together. We are a community, a family, a body, bound by the love ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 24:7-8
Topics: King Of Glory
This sermon explores Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, emphasizing the significance of welcoming Him as King into our hearts with faith and obedience.
Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather once again in the house of our Lord, to share in His word, to find solace in His promises, and to bask in the warmth of His love. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment, to sit at the feet of our Savior and ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11
Topics: King, Coming
This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, emphasizing our great need for Christ and His unique kingship marked by humility and salvation.
Good morning, dear family of faith. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space where we can, as one body, lift our hearts and voices to our King of Glory. Isn't it a blessing to be able to come together, to share in fellowship, to sing our praises, and to open God's Word together? As ...read more
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