Sermons on 1 Samuel 18:1-22:22: showing 1-15 of 246

Don't Take It Lightly

Contributed by James Childers on Nov 10, 2000

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE TO BE SERIOUS ABOUT OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST

I SAMUEL 18:23 "DON'T TAKE IT LIGHTLY" INTRODUCTION; WHEN I WAS YOUNG AND CAREFREE WITH VERY LITTLE RESPONSIBILITIES, I NEVER THOUGHT MUCH ABOUT THE REAL IMPORTANT ISSUES OF LIFE. I REMEMBER WHEN THE FIRST OF THE MONTH WOULD COME, THAT MOM AND DAD WOULD SET DOWN TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO PAY THE BILLS. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:23-24

Denomination: *other

Adullam's Cave

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

The cave of Adullam, where David gathered men to himself to form an army, is a picture of the church.

READ: 1 Samuel 22:1-2 [Describe scene: David on the run – the cave – the ragtag band of men day by day joining him.] 1. Adullam’s Cave is a Picture of the Church The name Adullam likely comes from a Hebrew word that means “refuge”. And this place for David and the men who came to him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shake It Off And Step Up!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 24, 2002

When life seems unfair and hopeless, use the story of the donkey, shake it off and step up!

SHAKE IT OFF By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: BUT DAVID ENECOURAGED HIMSELF IN THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-3, 1 Samuel 30:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is There A Soldier In The House

Contributed by Rick Croffut on Oct 20, 2001

A message calling all Soldiers of the Lord into service.

IS THERE A SOLDIER IN THE HOUSE Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-5 A new day. A new start. Decision time for some. I had reached a point of unlimited potential in ministry – had a beautiful family, a good church, all was well and the I was awakened by a naysayer at a conference. I remember 2 years ago as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Place Of Escape

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 28, 2001

By using David’s experience, we can learn how to trust God as we abide under His almighty hand!

I. The Cave of Adullam (Justice of the People) A. Text: I Samuel 22:1-2 (Verse 2) Every one that was 1) In Distress 2) In Debt 3) Discontented Adullam means ‘refuge.’ This was a city conquered by Joshua in Joshua chapter 12. It was fortified by Rehoboam in II Chronicles 11. It is referred to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Champions Of God

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Nov 7, 2001

Are you the kind of champion that God is looking for?

Champions of God Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 18:6-18 [New American Bible] 1 Samuel 18:6-19 At the approach of Saul and David (on David’s return after slaying the Philistine), women came out from each of the cities of Israel to meet King Saul, singing and dancing, with tambourines, joyful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:6-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Living With The Bats

Contributed by James May on Oct 15, 2003

David was in a state of depression while in the Cave of Adullam. He was in there with all the bats, both winged and two-legged. But he found a way out of that cave and so can we.

LIVING WITH THE BATS Psalms 142:1-7, "<Maschil of David; A Prayer when he was in the cave.> I cried unto the LORD with my voice; with my voice unto the LORD did I make my supplication. I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble. When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7, 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

David And Michal

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Oct 22, 2003

Michal is most maligned for her criticism of David whne she had very good reasons to be bitter ..

David and Michal Is it time to denigrate Michal again? There have been numberless messages and even some songs written about how Michal was so critical of the great King David when he worshipped God. She was just a cantankerous old woman who was filled with bitterness and it cost her the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:26-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mighty Men Of The King Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Nov 1, 2003

A beautiful picture of those that come to Jesus, and those he desires to use.

“Mighty Men of the King” Sermon Series A Man after God’s Own Heart Part 3 Date: November 2, 2003 A.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-2 Introduction This morning we will continue in our study of the life of David. David although a sinner; a man who commits two of what we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 2 Samuel 23:8-24

Denomination: Baptist

Relationships That Work!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 31, 2003

Relationships that work and last for eternity are steered by honesty and authenticity. They are also maintained by a commitment that will last for eternity. The only way they can endure the test of time is for them to be formed and based in God’s love.

Relationships that Work! Thesis: Relationships that work and last for eternity are steered by honesty and authenticity. They are also maintained by a commitment that will last for eternity. The only way they can endure the test of time is for them to be formed and based in God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42, Proverbs 27:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Unfairness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 24, 2003

This is the 7th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness". This study looks at remaining faithful in our service to Christ no matter what happens.

LIVING IN UNFAIRNESS 1 Peter 3:8-22 One of the hardest lessons to learn in life is that life is not always fair. It seems like the harder you try to live like a Christian the more difficulties you face. It also seems like those who could care less about God seem to prosper the most. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22, 1 Samuel 21:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

David And Jonathan Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 3, 2003

Here is the story of a friendship that transcends personal ambition, family differences and even the circumstances of war. It’s a friendship based on a recognition of God’s will for his people Israel, expressed through one man, David. It’s a friendship th

Well, it’s been 3 weeks since we looked at the story of David and Goliath and a lot has happened since then. If you remember David came along at just the right time for Saul and the Israelite army. The Israelites were being humiliated by the Philistines and their champion Goliath, but David, with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42

Denomination: Anglican

Overwhelmed But Not Overcome"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 15, 2002

The major thrust of David’s life that we are examining is his tremendous leadership ability and the depths of his emotion as we read from the Psalms the true expressions of his heart to God.

"OVERWHELMED BUT NOT OVERCOME" (The Leader’s Endurance) Dr. Dennis Deese 1 SAMUEL 22:1-5, PS. 57:1-11, 142:1-7 The major thrust of David’s life that we are examining is his tremendous leadership ability and the depths of his emotion as we read from the Psalms the true expressions of his heart ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-5

How To Lose Your Kingdom

Contributed by Phillip Frady on Sep 17, 2002

A look at the practical issues of family life from King David and Solomon, we face the real prospects of where greatness may mean the most to our legacy.

How To Lose Your Kingdom In One Generation I&II Samuel I. Get married for all the wrong reasons. I Samuel 18:19-21 II. Become more interested in pleasure than responsibility I Samuel 25:42-44 III. Become great in everything but parenting II Samuel 5;10 IV. Know the world better than you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:19-21, 2 Samuel 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

A Place Of Escape

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Finding refuge in His arms...no matter the trouble!

The Cave of Adullam (Justice of the People) Text: I Samuel 22:1-2 (Verse 2) Every one that was 1) In Distress 2) In Debt 3) Discontented 400 men Adullam means ‘refuge.’ This was a city conquered by Joshua in Joshua chapter 12. It was fortified by rehoboam in II Chronicles 11. It is referred ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2