Resources on Kenneth L Samuel

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

The Psalmist's prayer for peace was not just for one group, religion or class but for everyone who loves Jerusalem. Reflecting on Psalm 122:6-7, Kenneth L. Samuel shares how we should pray for the peace.

Psalm 122:6-7

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Prayer, Peace, Psalms

Misleading Signs

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

This short essay by Kenneth L. Samuel on Revelation 3:1 challenges us to ensure that the signs and symbols that announce us truly reflect the deeds and content that define us.

Revelation 3:1

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Hospitality, Hypocrisy, Church, Judgmentalism

Their Eyes Were Watching God

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

God is working even in the midst of natural disasters and environmental hazards. Kenneth L. Samuel's reflection on Psalm 97:4 encourages us to keep our eyes on God when things are completely out of our control....

Psalm 97:4

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Disaster Relief, Destruction, Psalms, Trust

Hearing and Doing

Kenneth L Samuel | Working Preacher

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

Discussing the relationship between faith and hearing the Word of God, this video by Kenneth L. Samuel describes the importance of moving people toward a behavioral objective in preaching rather than simply transferring principles of orthodoxy.

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Preaching, Sermon, Listening To God, Faith

Are You With Me?

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Kenneth Samuel reflects on Jesus’ words in Luke 11:22 and asks, “What victories are we ceding to darkness today by our reluctance and/or refusal to engage?”

Luke 11:23

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Courage, Neglect, Sloth, Despondency, Jesus

Made to Rest

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Kenneth L. Samuel's reflection on 2 Chronicles 36:21 explores the meaning of allowing time for the environment to rest and replenish. It is to respect the environment and to recognize our place in it.

2 Chronicles 36:21

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Environment, Rest, 2 Chronicles, Respect

Light from the Least

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Kenneth L. Samuel's reflection on the plague of darkness (Exodus 10:21-23) asks how many of us stumble in darkness because we are unable to see light outside ourselves.

Exodus 10:21-23

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Darkness, Light, Plague, Exodus

The God Who Leaves No One Behind

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Kenneth L. Samuel's sermon on Matthew 18:10-14 encourages us to have desire and compassion to go after those who have been left out. A true Christian community is attentive to care for the least among us.

Matthew 18:10-14

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Lent, Compassion, Care

When It Matters Most

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this devotional on Romans 5:8, Kenneth Samuel reflects on God's radical love for us that is demonstrated by loving humanity when it is most unlovable.

Romans 5:8

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Love, The Love Of Christ, God's Love, Human Race

Moving The People to Action

Kenneth L Samuel | Working Preacher

Article about Preaching

In this video, Kenneth Samuel talks about specific goals in preaching, particularly effecting change that moves people to action.

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Sermon, Daily Living, Change, Preaching

Telling the Story

Kenneth L Samuel | Working Preacher

Scripture Meditation or Sermon and 1 more types

In this video, Kenneth Samuel discusses the challenge of preaching to congregations filled with people who have grown up hearing the biblical story and those who have never heard the biblical story before. (Length 2:16)

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Preaching, Congregation, Sermon, Bible

Money and Value

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this reflection on Acts 5:1-10, Kenneth Samuel highlights the importance of how we spend our money and encourages sharing resources in community instead of selfishly hoarding wealth.

Acts 5:1-10

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Money, Generosity, Greed, Selfishness

Faithful Preaching

Kenneth L Samuel | Working Preacher

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

In this video, Kenneth Samuel encourages pastors to be faithful to their calling, underscoring the importance of connecting with others pastors and paying attention to life through the study of literature. (Length: 02:56)

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Ministry, Study, Writing, Preaching

Pentecost: Cultural Resource

Freeman L Palmer | African American Lectionary

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 2 more types

This resource is for Pentecost, Freeman L. Palmer gives these cultural resources: an introduction based on 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, descriptions of the gifts of the spirit, and other various recommendations.

1 Corinthians 12:4-11

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Pentecost, Gifts Of The Spirit, Worship Planning, Sermon

Not in My Lifetime

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Highlighting the myopic mindset of Hezekiah in 2 Kings 20:16-19, Kenneth Samuel calls out our tendency for self-indulgence and reluctance to make investments that will serve future generations.

2 Kings 20:16-19

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Stewardship, Greed, Selfishness, Consumerism

Preaching Moment

Kenneth L Samuel | Working Preacher

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

In this video, Kenneth Samuel offers advice for the challenge of preparing sermons in the midst of all the responsibilities and events included in a pastor's calling.

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Preaching, Preparation, Sermon, Busyness

Church Anniversary Worship & Music Resources

Eli Wilson Jr | African American Lectionary

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 3 more types

This is a worship resource that contains litanies, responsive readings, and musical ideas for celebrating a church anniversary and looking forward to where God is calling a congregation in the future.

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Worship, Congregational Flourishing, Liturgy, Music

Lord of Liberation

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Song or Hymn

Taking inspiration from liberation theology, this devotional by Kenneth L. Samuel on Exodus 20:2-3 discusses how God frees us "from the sins of every kind of oppression." What prevents us from being free today?

Exodus 20:2-3

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Covenant, Oppression, Freedom, Liberation Theology

Be Strong and Courageous

Elvin J Parker III | African American Lectionary

Sermon Preparation or Illustration and 1 more types

Commenting on Joshua 1:3-7 in the context of a church anniversary, Elvin Parker says that "God’s promise to Israel is still God’s promise to us today."

Joshua 1:3-7

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Courage, Church, God's Presence, Journey

Heights of Humility

Kenneth L Samuel | Day1

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

A reflection by Kenneth L. Samuel that connects Ephesians 2:6-7 with the classic television show "Welcome Back, Kotter" to illustrate the way God elevates us to humble places.

Ephesians 2:6-7

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Humility, Grace, Service