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Seeking God's Voice in the Silence | 1 Samuel 14:36-42 5:37

2h ago5:37

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Do you wonder why God isn't speaking, or you cannot hear his voice? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 14. I've titled this chapter "A Contrast Of Leadership Between Jonathan and Saul." We are in the latter part of Chapter 14, surveying Saul's leadership. We are still feeling the hangover that results from t…

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The Cost of Legalistic Leadership | 1 Samuel 14:31-35 7:11

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Has legalistic leadership adversely affected you? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 14. I've titled this chapter "A Contrast Of Leadership Between Jonathan and Saul." In the first part of Chapter 14, we witness Jonathan, who acted in faith, and God did some incredible things through him. In the second part …

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Balancing Leadership When Policies Oppress | 1 Samuel 14:24-30 6:01

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Are their policies and procedures oppressing you? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 14. I've titled this chapter "A Contrast Of Leadership Between Jonathan and Saul." This latter section of Chapter 14 is going to illustrate a sharp contrast between Jonathan and Saul, and a lot of this stems from the very ne…

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Climbing Into Battle | 1 Samuel 14:13-23 8:12

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Are you climbing into a battle today? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 14. I've titled this chapter "A Contrast Of Leadership Between Jonathan and Saul." At this point in the chapter, Jonathan and his armor-bearer have slipped away from the Israeli camp. They trekked over the Philistines and decided that t…

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Desperate Battles Demand Bold Faith | 1 Samuel 14:1, 6-11 6:46

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Are you fighting a battle that requires bold faith? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 14. I've titled this chapter "A Contrast Of Leadership Between Jonathan and Saul." This is a long chapter, so I am not going to cite every verse, but I am going to pick out the significant texts and events in this chapter …

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Faith In Impossible Odds | 1 Samuel 14:6 4:20

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When the odds are stacked against you, will you still act in faith? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 14. I've titled this chapter "A Contrast Of Leadership Between Jonathan and Saul." This is a long chapter that could be divided into two parts. Part one is the story of Jonathan's leadership, and part two i…

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I Can’t Handle One More Problem | 1 Samuel 13:19-23 4:22

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Have you ever been in a situation where problems pile up, and you're not sure if you can handle one more? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." In Chapter 13, the Philistines press against King Saul. Saul offers a burnt offering he shoul…

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Hopeless? Help Awaits! | 1 Samuel 13:15-18 4:52

4d ago4:52

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Have you been disobedient and find yourself outnumbered and outflanked? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." In Chapter 13, the Philistines test Saul. Saul offers a burnt offering he should not have. Samuel pronounces an indictment agai…

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Facing Leadership Challenges Without Excuses | 1 Samuel 13:11-15 4:21

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Are you making excuses for your actions as a leader? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." In Chapter 13, the Philistines test Saul. In disobedience, he does not wait for Samuel to offer spiritual direction by burnt offering and, therefo…

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The Internal Battle With Impatient Insecurities | 1 Samuel 13:8-11 3:41

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Have you ever been embarrassed by an impatient and insecure action? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." In Chapter 13, the Philistines test Saul and the nation. Enemy combatants are close at hand, and the people are gathered at Gilgal,…

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Overwhelming Odds And God’s Salvation | 1 Samuel 13:5-7 4:01

7d ago4:01

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Are you feeling completely outnumbered and powerless? That could be good! Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." Chapter 13 is about two years after Saul's inauguration. Saul has 2000 men under his command. Jonathan, his son, has 1000 men…

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Insecure Leaders and Leadership Deception | 1 Samuel 13:1-4 4:01

8d ago4:01

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Are your insecurities leading to deception? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." Chapter 13 jumps forward in time about two years after Saul's inauguration. Saul and Jonathan, his son, who is probably in his 20s, are going to divide for…

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99% Obedience Is 100% Disobedience | 1 Samuel 13:14 5:07

11d ago5:07

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BUY THE 1 SAMUEL JOURNAL 99% obedience is always 100% disobedience. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 13. I've titled this chapter "Partial Obedience Is Complete Disobedience." Chapter 13 recounts a single event in the second year of Saul's forty-year reign as king (Acts 13:21). There are four main characte…

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From Fear of Things to Faith in God | 1 Samuel 12:24-25 3:24

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What great thing has the Lord has done for you? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." In the story, Samuel is giving his farewell address, and he closes off his great speech with these words in 1 Samuel 12:24-25: Only fear the Lord and serve him fa…

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Deliverance From Your Sin | 1 Samuel 12:20-23 4:58

11d ago4:58

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Are you ready to move beyond sin and into deliverance? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." In the story, Samuel is giving his farewell address. He has just explained to the nation that their request for a king was evil and wicked. As a confirmati…

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How To Renew Your Faith | 1 Samuel 12:19 3:41

12d ago3:41

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Are you drifting in faith without even realizing it? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." In the story, Samuel is giving his farewell address to the people. He just explained to them that their request for a king was wicked, but he also explained …

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Drenched By The Divine | 1 Samuel 12:15-18 5:41

13d ago5:41

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What seen events have drenched your faith in the unseen God? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." Remember, the nation of Israel is gathered at Gilgal. Samuel is proclaiming his final and historic address before the entire nation: But if you will …

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Pointing to the True Hero | 1 Samuel 12:6-14 7:22

14d ago7:22

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Spiritual leaders always point out the real hero in the story. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." Before I read the text, let me give you a little context. The nation of Israel is gathered at Gilgal. Samuel and Saul have gathered the people for …

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Examine Yourself Behind The Walls | 1 Samuel 12:1-5 5:33

15d ago5:33

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What is going on behind the walls of your life? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." Backing up, here's the context. The nation of Israel is gathered at Gilgal for a time of celebration and remembrance, and essentially, we are watching the transit…

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Heed the Call to Recall | 1 Samuel 12:24 5:35

16d ago5:35

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Does your situation need your solution, or is it a call to recall? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 12. I've titled this chapter "God is Faithful When We Are Not." Today, we turn to the key verse of this chapter, which happens to be verse 24. It reads. Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all y…

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Returning to Your Spiritual Landmark | 1 Samuel 11:14-15 3:39

17d ago3:39

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Have you gone back lately to the location where God's work began in you? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." In this chapter we have seen Saul's first test of leadership. He has left family farming behind for a profession of fighting. He has …

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A Leader Who Shows Restraint In Victory | 1 Samuel 11:12-13 3:53

18d ago3:53

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Are you a leader who can claim victory with restraint? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." At this point in the story, Saul has defeated his first enemy. Nahash and the Ammonite army. But now he has to deal with a battle within. Here is the t…

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When the Enemy Surrounds | 1 Samuel 11:10-11 3:52

19d ago3:52

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Are you surrounded by an enemy and feel like giving up? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." Here's what's happening in this chapter. Saul has been appointed king. He returned to family farming because his time for fighting had not yet come. T…

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Salvation In A Hopeless Situation | 1 Samuel 11:8-9 5:30

23d ago5:30

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Are you surrounded by defeat? Salvation is coming. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." Let's set up the scene. Saul has been appointed king. Nahash has besieged Jabesh-Gilead. Saul gives the nation orders to gather and come to the aid of the …

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Stop Living Two Lives & Kill The Oxen 5:38

24d ago5:38

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Do you feel torn between two different callings? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." To set up the moment. Saul has just been appointed king, and everyone was sent to their home. We are not sure how much time has transpired, but Nahash, an Am…

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Testing Your Alliances & Avoiding Snakes | 1 Samuel 11:1-4 6:05

25d ago6:05

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Don't be deceived by slippery alliances. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." I am going to be reading verses 1-4 today, which state: Then Nahash the Ammonite went up and besieged Jabesh-gilead, and all the men of Jabesh said to Nahash, “Make …

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From Start to Finish: Saul's Test of Leadership | 1 Samuel 11:13 4:08

23d ago4:08

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Are you ready to have your leadership tested from beginning to end? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 11. I've titled this chapter "The First Test of Saul’s Leadership." The key verse of this chapter is verse 13, which reads: But Saul said, “Not a man shall be put to death this day, for today the Lord has w…

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Reluctant to Lead? Trust God’s Pecking Order | 1 Samuel 10:24-27 2:50

24d ago2:50

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If you are reluctant to lead, trust the divine pecking order. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." Today, we conclude Chapter 10, in verses 25-27: Then Samuel told the people the rights and duties of the kingship, and he wrote them in a book an…

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Suicide and Small Groups 48:37

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In this episode, we discuss the Suicide epidemic in America and how small groups can play a role in remedying the situation with expert Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason, who travels the country speaking on this pertinent topic. Jon has worked as a speaker with Stand to Reason since 2019. A former atheist, Jon used to think belief in God was unwarrant…

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God's Plan Is Better Than Our Strategies | 1 Samuel 10:17-27 8:24

28d ago8:24

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Your strategies are never as good as God's plan. Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." Today, we continue the story. Samuel is going to gather the nation again at Mizpah as he did in Chapter 7 after the Ark of Covenant was recovered from the Phi…

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Break The Deceptive Silence About God | 1 Samuel 10:10-16 6:38

29d ago6:38

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Are you ready to break the deceptive silence about your faith in God? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." Today, we continue the story. Saul arrives back home, and this is what happens in verses 10-16: When they came to Gibeah, behold, a group…

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The Boundaries of the Leader | 1 Samuel 10:7-9 3:14

30d ago3:14

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Do you know your leadership boundaries? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." Today, we continue the story where Samuel anoints Saul in a significant moment and foretells a series of events that will shape his leadership journey. He also issues …

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Divine Confirmations When Looking For Your Call | 1 Samuel 10:2-6 7:07

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Are you desperate to know God's call for your life? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." Today, we pick up the story where Samuel has anointed Saul, the first king of Israel. But Samuel wants Saul to know that this is not something he has made …

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Called Out To A Greater Calling | 1 Samuel 10:1 4:59

1M ago4:59

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Is God calling you to call something out or to a calling of greater capacity? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." Today, we pick up the story in verse one: Then Samuel took a flask of oil and poured it on his head and kissed him and said, “Has…

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The Appointed But Reluctant Leader | 1 Samuel 10:6 4:30

1M ago4:30

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Are you embracing your calling with spiritual confidence or reluctantly? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 10. I've titled this chapter "The Appointed But Reluctant Leader." The key verse of this chapter is verse 6, which reads: Then the Spirit of the Lord will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them…

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How To Hear God’s Providential Leading | 1 Samuel 9:24-27 5:04

1M ago5:04

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Read the update on Everett. Would you like to know God's providential leading for your life? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Today, we pick up at the point of the story where Saul and Samuel have now completed their meal and are making their way back to town. S…

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Embracing Divine Guidance Each Day | 1 Samuel 9:18-24 5:24

1M ago5:24

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Are you recognizing God's providential guidance in the circumstances of life? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Today, we pick up at the point of the story where Saul and his servant are out looking for their father's lost donkeys and decide to see the prophet Sa…

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Divine Discoveries on Ordinary Paths | 1 Samuel 9:15-17 2:56

1M ago2:56

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What if, on this ordinary day, God revealed something extraordinary to you? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Today, we pick up at the point of the story where Saul and his servant are out looking for their father's lost donkeys and decide to go see the prophet S…

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Providential Guidance Everyday | 1 Samuel 9:7-14 4:36

1M ago4:36

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Are you overlooking God's divine providence? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Today, we pick up at the point of the story where Saul and his servant are out looking for their father's lost donkeys. They have exhausted their efforts, but they have heard there is …

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God’s Guidance in Everyday Obedience | 1 Samuel 9:3-6 4:28

1M ago4:28

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Are you looking for God's guidance today? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 9:3-6, which reads: Now the donkeys of Kish, Saul's father, were lost. So Kish said to Saul his son, “Take one of the young men with you, and arise, go and loo…

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How to Recognize God’s Leading | 1 Samuel 9:1-2 4:09

1M ago4:09

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What signs are you looking for when seeking God's direction? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 9:1-2, which reads: There was a man of Benjamin whose name was Kish, the son of Abiel, son of Zeror, son of Becorath, son of Aphiah, a Benja…

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Trusting God With Big Decisions | 1 Samuel 9:17 3:18

1M ago3:18

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Do you have a big decision in front of you and need direction from God? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 9. I've titled this chapter "Guided By God." Over the next four chapters, we will resolve one major question: What kind of leader does God want? And the key text of this chapter reveals God's answer. It…

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Insecure Decisions and God’s Steadfast Plan | 1 Samuel 8:21-22 3:33

1M ago3:33

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Have you recently made a bad decision? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 8:21-22, which reads: And when Samuel had heard all the words of the people, he repeated them in the ears of the Lord. And the Lord said to Samu…

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Breaking Through Stubbornness | 1 Samuel 8:19-20 3:18

1M ago3:18

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Have personal insecurities made you stubborn and unreceptive to God's plan? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 8:19-20, which reads: But the people refused to obey the voice of Samuel. And they said, “No! But there sha…

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The Cost of Insecurity | 1 Samuel 8:10-18 3:39

1M ago3:39

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Are you sure you want to do that? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 8:10-18, which reads: So Samuel told all the words of the Lord to the people who were asking for a king from him. He said, “These will be the ways of…

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Gaining Insight to Navigate Insecurities | 1 Samuel 8:7-9 5:21

1M ago5:21

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Are you insecure and about to make a stupid request or decision? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 8:7-9, which reads: And the Lord said to Samuel, “Obey the voice of the people in all that they say to you, for they h…

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Finding Security in Insecurity | 1 Samuel 8:4-6 4:24

2M ago4:24

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Are insecurities driving you to your own solutions? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 8:4-6, which reads: Then all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah and said to him, “Behold, you are o…

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When Children Stray Insecurities Loom | 1 Samuel 8:1-3 5:48

2M ago5:48

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Are your insecurities overshadowing your faith? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." Today, our text is 1 Samuel 8:1-3, which reads: When Samuel became old, he made his sons judges over Israel. The name of his firstborn son was Joel, and the name o…

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When Our Insecurities Define Us | 1 Samuel 8:7 3:38

2M ago3:38

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Are you ready to trust your insecurities to the security in God? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 8. I've titled this chapter "When Our Insecurities Define Us." When anyone reflects on the events of their life, they will always remember key moments that signify high points and low points. I can easily reca…

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The Only Path To National Renewal | 1 Samuel 7:12-17 5:51

2M ago5:51

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Have you had enough and want a change in our church and country? Welcome to the Daily Devo. I am Vince Miller. This week, we are in 1 Samuel 7. I've titled this chapter "Stand Up And Make A Declaration." After two decades had passed, Samuel called the nation to repent. He gathered them at Mizpah for national repentance. As they do, the Philistines …

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