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  • David Wilson avatar

    Why Is Your King Hiding? Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 3, 2013
     | 9,493 views

    Saul's reign will be marked with insecurity and fear. From the begining he was reluctant to rule God's people and his fear defined his reign.

    TEXT: I Samuel 10 Review of chapter 9: Saul was out looking for donkeys, not a throne, when he meets Samuel and is overwhelmed by the news that he, himself, is to be the king. He protests that he is unworthy, from an insignificant tribe and family. Samuel and Saul sat up all night talking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Kings, Two Paths

    Contributed by Martin Spoelstra on Oct 12, 2025
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    Big Idea: Saul grasped for control, while David trusted God’s timing. True kingship is not measured by force but by surrender to the Lord.

    They say, “timing is everything.” And you don’t have to be a musician to know that’s true — although if you’ve ever sung the wrong verse while everyone else moved on to the chorus, you know how awkward bad timing can be. Think about how much of life depends on timing. Arriving five minutes late to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Flowers avatar

    The Problem Of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 2, 2011
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     | 15,560 views

    Part 1 in the Emotionally Healthy Spirituality series, this message looks at signs of emotionally unhealthy spirituality, and examines these characteristics in the life of Saul in 1 Samuel 15.

    The Problem of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 1 Wildwind Community Church October 10, 2010 We all know that some things look great on the surface, but they're a disaster underneath. For example, in Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941, the radar was picking up ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Samuel - The Rejected Hero Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 22, 2006
    based on 51 ratings
     | 41,203 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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    Embracing Dinosaur Principles In A Developed Society

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Oct 28, 2009
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     | 2,946 views

    What can we do about failure, hurt, regrets we carry and bad, destructive choices we’ve made? Go back to the Bible

    Embracing Dinosaur Principles in a Developed Society Scripture reading: Psalm 51: 1-10; 16-17 Sermon text: Psalm 51:10 KCC 2009–10–13 David’s Psalm concerning his adulterous affair with Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 11 (year earlier). For David, adultery, for another it could be lust but not lust for ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Abigail Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 27, 2022
     | 5,161 views

    Abigail was an Israelite woman in the Hebrew Bible who married Nabal; she married the future King David after Nabal's death (1 Samuel 25). Abigail was David's second wife after Saul and Ahinoam's daughter, Michal, whom Saul later married to Palti, son of Laish.

    Abigail Abigail was an Israelite woman in the Hebrew Bible who married Nabal; she married the future King David after Nabal's death (1 Samuel 25). Abigail was David's second wife after Saul and Ahinoam's daughter, Michal, whom Saul later married to Palti, son of Laish when David went ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Can A Saved Person Dabble In The Occult? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 28, 2016
     | 9,197 views

    There are consequences when a child of God attempts to practise the pagan arts. Saul paid an awful price for his disobedience, even dragging many others into judgement.

    “In those days the Philistines gathered their troops for war in order to fight Israel. Achish said to David, ‘You should fully understand that you and your men must go with me into the battle.’ David replied to Achish, ‘That being the case, you will come to know what your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victory In The Valley – Confronting The Giants Of Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 820 views

    Every believer will face giants. Some will be giants of fear, failure, delay, sin, or public opposition. But like David, we must run into the valley with confidence in the God who fights for us.

    VICTORY IN THE VALLEY – CONFRONTING THE GIANTS OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Supporting Texts: Psalm 27:1-3, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Romans 8:37, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10-13 INTRODUCTION: Every believer will face a valley where a giant stands tall—defying faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Life That Speaks

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 29, 2025
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    Our lives—our character, decisions, and legacy—are visible testimonies to others. The kings of Israel give us examples of both faithful witness and tragic failure.

    A Life that Speaks June 29, 2025, Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Our lives—our character, decisions, and legacy—are visible testimonies to others. The kings of Israel give us examples of both faithful witness and tragic failure. Focus Passage: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You A Debtor?

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 28, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,395 views

    Success and failure is a part of life. When we face failure we tend to blame others for it. When successful, our tendency is to take credit for it. Whom do you give credit for the success in your life? As we come to the last Sunday of 2009 we are going to

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Are you a debtor? Introduction: Success and failure is a part of life. When we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Promised Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 2, 2008
    based on 57 ratings
     | 31,258 views

    Why would God put His Spirit inside us a sealof our salvation? He could have used anything ot "mark" us as His. Why do it this way?

    A 4 year old boy was visiting his aunt’s home. She was pregnant with her first child and she allowed him to place his hand on her belly and feel the baby kick. His little face scrunched and said, "How does the baby get out of there?" She wanted to keep it simple so she said, "The doctor will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Importance Of Missionary Work Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 6, 2024
     | 1,554 views

    Being a missionary is not glamorous, but it is the work that matters to God. These men were called to simply go and share what they knew, are we not called to do the same?

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 18 The Importance of Missionary Work Acts 12:19 – 13:12 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    When Dagon Fell

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 27, 2021
     | 2,718 views

    Sin on the part of believers give opportunities for man - made gods to challenge the authority of believers. However, any attempt of demonic powers to challenge God will always end in failure.

    TEXT: " 1 Samuel 5:1-4 [1] "After the Philistines captured the Ark of God, they took it from the battleground at Ebenezer to the town of Ashdod. [2]They carried the Ark of God into the temple of Dagon and placed it beside an idol of Dagon. [3]But when the citizens of Ashdod went to see it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Problematic Patience Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 3, 2013
     | 8,084 views

    King Saul and Esau had a problem with patience that lead to even greater problems. What does sprit-filled paience look like and can we live it?

    Last Sunday I shared with you that when you accepted Jesus as your Savior, you were given a new name from the Lord’s own mouth (Isaiah 62:2). And with this new name came a new purpose. Simon the fisherman became Peter the fisher of men. Saul of Tarsus, the destroyer of the church became Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    30 Pieces Of Silver - A Tale Of 2 Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,879 views

    The failure of the leaders God has placed over his people will result in the nation suffering as well as the leaders being judged.

    If you were here last week you may remember that ch 10 of Zechariah talks about God the Shepherd, who promises to care for his flock. The reason he has to do that himself is because the leaders of Israel have failed. Well, Zechariah continues that theme in ch11 as he talks about this failure of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican