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  • Keith Broyles avatar

    Be Careful What You Ask For

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Dec 4, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,845 views

    We need to be careful of what we ask for. When we ask for things of this world we just might get them. But, if we place God first we will have live that are truly touched and blessed.

    I remember one Sunday several years ago, just a couple of years after I went into the ministry. It had been raining non-stop for a couple of days. I was appointed, at that time, in farm country. Those folks are always praying for rain. My phone had rung all morning with people calling to tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Substitute King Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 23, 2008
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    First in a series on the life and reign of Saul. This message deals with the results of Israel demanding a King, and of God giving them what they request.

    Trinity Baptist Church June 22, 2008 Series: Portrait of a Politician Title: The Substitute King 1 Samuel 8:1-22 I don’t know much about Samuel Clements -- Mark Twain -- when it comes to his faith. But he said something once which was dead on. He said, “Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Ruin A Revival

    Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jul 24, 2008
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    In Chapter 6 of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel experienced some of the darkest days of their history. Their enemies had won a great victory and the Ark of the Lord had been captured. Because God had brought a great plague upon their enemies, the Ark of th

    In Chapter 6 of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel experienced some of the darkest days of their history. Their enemies had won a great victory and the Ark of the Lord had been captured. Because God had brought a great plague upon their enemies, the Ark of the Lord was returned, but the Israelites were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Now Matter Who Wins, You Will Lose

    Contributed by Joel Smith on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,376 views

    This sermon is a relentless drum beat of negativity concerning America’s political predicament with a brief flicker of hope at the end. Theme: Demigods disappoint and enslave.

    In the early days of our Republic pastors would set aside the Sunday before election day to preach a sermon about the coming vote. In those days they would name names and tell the congregation who to vote for. Now, thanks to a 1954 law, churches can no longer speak out in the same way. If they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When A Nation Divorces God

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Nov 8, 2008
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     | 3,997 views

    Using the time when God’s people rejected Samuel as their leader and demanded a king to lead them as an example of how our nation is ever turning away from Godly principles.

    Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Title: “When A Nation Divorces God” Introduction: Here in 1 Sam. 8 we see a great change taking place. Because of the aging of Samuel and the failure of Samuel’s sons in their positions of leadership the leaders of the people request a king, not a judge, to rule over ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Want A King!

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Nov 11, 2008
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     | 8,169 views

    Israel insisted on a king to protect them. So does AMerica! Both ignored God’s warnings!

    1 SAM 8:1 Now it came to pass when Samuel was old that he made his sons judges over Israel. 2 The name of his firstborn was Joel, and the name of his second, Abijah; they were judges in Beersheba. 3 But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside after dishonest gain, took bribes, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Is Driving Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 29, 2009
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    This is the 1st sermon in the series "Pot Holes".

    Sunday Morning June 28, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Pot Holes [#1] WHO IS DRIVING? 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Introduction: Recently, while driving through a rain storm, I hit a pothole that I was unaware of and just about wrecked my car. If you have ever hit a pothole, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ok, The Election Is Over, Now What

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,016 views

    During the recent campaign there has been so much hate by Christians on both sides. Now is the time to remember who we are supposed to be people of love.

    Buddy is what history has called a “Yellow Dog Democrat.” He would never disagree with that statement. He never has had anything good to say about any Republican that has ever held office. In fact the word “Republican” is almost always uttered with an expletive of one form or another. If a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Best Hope For America's Future

    Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Nov 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,010 views

    Looking at government, politics and elections from a Biblical perspective.

    THE BEST HOPE FOR AMERICA’S FUTURE 11-2-08 1. A politician died and was met by St. Peter. Peter said, “I was told to offer you something you are very familiar with. You will be allowed to vote for where you will spend eternity; heaven or hell. You will spend a day in each place and then cast ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Makings Of A Bad Decision Series

    Contributed by Eric Lones on Feb 15, 2007
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     | 14,276 views

    4 Signs Your Making a Bad Decision taken from 1st Samuel chapter 8.

    THE MAKINGS OF A BAD DECISION 1 Samuel 8:1, 3-22 1 When Samuel grew old, he appointed his sons as judges for Israel… 3 But his sons did not walk in his ways. They turned aside after dishonest gain and accepted bribes and perverted justice. 4 So all the elders of Israel gathered together and came ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    5 Benefits Of Walking With The Lord Series

    Contributed by Danny Rogers on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 38 ratings
     | 113,873 views

    When you walk with the Lord you can be sure that you will receive the nourishment needed to produce healthy, growing fruit.

    Intro: A farmer one planted two fruit trees on opposite sides of his property. The one he planted to provide a hedge hide the unsightly view of an old landfill; the other to provide shade to rest under near a cool mountain stream which ran down beside his fields. As the two trees grew, both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Results

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007
     | 2,476 views

    When we make decisions according to a results model, we will find we have walked away from God’s plan and are lumbering down the path of ultimate destruction.

    Passage: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Intro: Wouldn’t it be nice to know for certain the results of every decision we made, before we made it?! 1. college choice, career path, stock purchase, marriage partner, location, etc. 2. we are obsessed with results, and the marketing community knows this. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Hard-Headed Followers

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 8, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,636 views

    Steadfastness is one thing; stubbornness quite another.

    Hard-Headed Followers January 9, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Steadfastness is one thing; stubbornness quite another. Focus Passage: I Samuel 8:10-22 Supplemental Passage: 1Peter 2:9 But you are A CHOSEN RACE, A royal PRIESTHOOD, A HOLY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Federal Control - A Christian Reaction

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 10, 2015
     | 3,871 views

    People have willingly allowed the government to gain influence and control over almost every facet of their lives, just because of their need to believe in the existence of a higher power who offers them succor and security.

    Federal Control –a Christian’s Reaction. Illustration The young missionary arrived early in the morning at a native village where he was to share the word of God through an interpreter. The fellowship meeting would not take place until the next day so the missionary was given time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Be Careful Of What You Ask For! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 10, 2014
     | 6,349 views

    Are we asking for the same things the rest of the world is asking?

    Before we go to our study of 1 Samuel 8, turn with me briefly to the Book of Revelation Chapter 21 and let’s take a glimpse of what will happen in the future. Read along with me Revelation 21:22-27…. Again, v24 tells us “By its light will the nations walk, and the kings of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible