Sermons about 1 Samuel 9:1-25:1

What Is God Looking For?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

based on 229 ratings

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To begin this sermon, I’m going to read 3 brief passages of Scripture. And as I do, see how quickly you can discover the connection between them. (Powerpoints available - # 157)

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2020) (Powerpoints used with this message are available at no charge. Just email me at mnewland@sstelco.com and request #157.) TEXT: 1 Samuel 9:2; 16:7; Luke 19:1 10 A. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Did It My Way

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

based on 100 ratings

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Saul did it his way because he was filled with pride, was controlled by impulse, and driven by rebellion.

Patrick O’Boyle tells about an incident in Hyde Park, a large public park in London, England, famous for its soapbox orators. He recalls one particular day, back in the 1940’s, when Frank Sheed, a Christian author and publisher was addressing the crowd in the “Speakers’ Corner.” He writes: “Sheed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Fear Prevents Victory Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 3, 2001

based on 106 ratings

| 4,699 views

David and Goliath.

Fear prevents victory in life David and Goliath - One of the most exciting stories of my youth. The very words give hope to the small and weak. With God anything can happen! Even the mighty Goliath can be defeated. Goliath was a good size gentleman. Over nine feet four inches tall (6 cubits ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stone One: Action Series

Contributed by Richard Clouse on Dec 19, 2002

based on 38 ratings

| 3,760 views

David chose five stones before he faced Goliath. These five sermons will illustrates the five "stones" we can use to defeat giants in our lives.

(Five Stones that Kill any Giants!) 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Here are some truths we have learned so far. God is in the miracle business. God wants us to get out of our comfort zones and step out in faith. When we do, mountains will arise to bring discouragement and despair. We know how to move ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Hiding In Comfort Or Fighting The Battle?

Contributed by James May on Nov 3, 2002

based on 101 ratings

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Jonathan and Saul are great examples for those who will rise up and do battle for God against the enemy or hide under the shade in comfort.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Saul, Samuel And A Shepherd Boy

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 27, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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Saul was rejected by the Lord as King, and replaced by of all people........a shepherd boy !

Saul, Samuel And A Shepherd Boy 1 Samuel 15:17-35, 16:4-13 Three points........ I. Saul Was Losing ! a. Lost his convictions. b. Lost his chance. c. Lost his crown. II. Samuel Was Lamenting ! a. He annointed Saul. b. He advised Saul. but in the end c. He abandoned Saul. (no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

"You Can Handle Your Giants

Contributed by Leonard Hunt on Jun 28, 2005

based on 24 ratings

| 9,380 views

How do you handle the giants in your life? This sermon will tell you how.

You Can Handle Your Giant 1 Sam. 17:32-37 Introduction: We need to know as believers that we can handle any and everything that comes in our life. We are living in a time where the people of God really don’t understand the power they process. It’s like walking around in your house at night in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps To Greatness

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

based on 21 ratings

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Steps to greatness I Samuel 16:1-22 1 Samuel 16 1And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite:

Steps to greatness I Samuel 16:1-22 1 Samuel 16 1And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One In Spirit (5) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 28, 2005

based on 15 ratings

| 4,051 views

Finding someone to get into a Jonathan/David friendship is not up to you. It’s up to God. But, when God does bring that person into your life, then it is up to you to maintain that relationship through God or it will fall into disrepair.

Series Title: What are Friends for? Message Title: One in Spirit (fifth in the series) (1 Samuel 18:1) After David had finished talking with Saul, Jonathan became one in spirit with David, and he loved him as himself. Only a couple of times in one’s life will God lead you across the path of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Excellence Or Obedience? Series

Contributed by Charles Newman on Aug 2, 2005

based on 19 ratings

| 7,693 views

This is a sermon designed to preach to a group of pastors.

Excellence or Obedience? Sermon by: Charlie Newman Introduction What in your life would you define as excellent? Do you enjoy excellent food? Do you have an excellent family, maybe even a few excellent friends or a church that excels in fellowship? I’m looking forward tonight to an excellent meal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:9-23

Denomination: Methodist

Help Is On The Way

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Aug 6, 2005

based on 39 ratings

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God always shows up on time.

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1 – Title: “Help Is On The Way” An Encroaching Enemy · The Ammonites being led by Nahash had encamped against God’s people. · This was not the first time the Ammonites had come up against God’s people. · They claimed to be the owners of the land on which God’s people were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Are We Still Here?

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Aug 7, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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This is a message I preached for our Church’s 56th Anniversary but you can adapt it to your situation.

INTRODUCTION: Today we celebrate 56 years as a Church. 56 years of preaching the Gospel of the Lord, Jesus Christ. 56 years of standing on the fundamentals of the faith. 56 years of holding to the Baptist distinctives. Nearly 56 years on this same corner and in this same building, although ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To The Voice Of Truth Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Aug 13, 2005

based on 7 ratings

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This sermon hits on guilt and how it is a barrier to our spiritual growth. We can’t live faithfully, carrying around our guilt.

Listen to the Voice of Truth I was pondering on a question this week. The question was, “What does it take for a Christian to please God?” Some people might say, “That’s not a good question to ask,” or something like that, but with all this baggage we have been talking about I wondered if our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Cares For The Lonely Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Aug 19, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 5,807 views

Loneliness is a problem for many people. The answer sounds simple, turn to God.

God Cares for the Lonely! Let me ask you a question; how many of you have ever gone grocery shopping while you were hungry? How many of you learned your lesson for grocery shopping while you were hungry? What did you do while you were shopping? You saw the Twinkies and you were hungry so you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Come With Me To The Edge Of The Cliff

Contributed by William Ellis on Aug 22, 2005

based on 5 ratings

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Follow King David To The Cliff...A cliff proclaims excitement...A cliff exclaims possible danger...A cliff represents intangibles...A cliff is a place you can have vision before actually receiving promise.

COME WITH ME TO THE EDGE OF THE CLIFF Come with me to the edge of the cliff this morning Just over there I can see the promise…I can feel it drawing me…I know its there…ready, waiting. A cliff proclaims excitement A cliff exclaims possible danger A cliff represents intangibles A cliff is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:11-13

Denomination: Church Of God

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