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The Life Of David
Contributed by David Rigg on Mar 29, 2014 (message contributor)
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1. When You Face A Giant Problem
Contributed on Mar 29, 2014
We all face very difficult situations from time to time. The story of David versus Goliath helps us learn how to handle these situations.
When You Face A Giant Problem 1 Samuel 17:39-51 [39] David fastened his sword to his armor and tried to walk, for he had not tested them. And David said to Saul, "I cannot walk with these, for I have not tested them." So David took them off. 40 Then he took his staff in his hand; and he chose ...read more
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2. Grudges Are Like A Cancer
Contributed on Apr 12, 2015
This sermon shows us what can happen when people hold onto grudges.
Grudges Are Like A Cancer 2 Samuel 16:15-23 15 Meanwhile Absalom and all the people, the men of Israel, came to Jerusalem; and Ahithophel was with him. 16And so it was, when Hushai the Archite, David's friend, came to Absalom, that Hushai said to Absalom, "Long live the king! Long live the ...read more
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3. Remembering Those Who Served Well
Contributed on May 24, 2015
This Memorial Day Weekend sermon deals with David's Mighty Men and pays tribute to those who served our country well.
Remembering Those Who Served Well 2 Samuel 23:8-39 8 These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-Basshebeth the Tachmonite, chief among the captains. He was called Adino the Eznite, because he had killed eight hundred men at one time. 9And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo, ...read more
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4. David Hides In A Cave
Contributed on Jun 28, 2014
What can we learn from the story of David hiding in a cave?
David Hides In A Cave 1 Samuel 22:1-5 1 David therefore departed from there and escaped to the cave of Adullam. And when his brothers and all his father's house heard it, they went down there to him. 2And everyone who was in distress, everyone who was in debt, and everyone who was discontented ...read more
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5. Pay Attention To God's Word
Contributed on Sep 22, 2014
This sermon deals with the failure to pay attention to the little details of God's Word.
Pay Attention To God's Word 2 Samuel 6:1-15 1 Again David gathered all the choice men of Israel, thirty thousand. 2And David arose and went with all the people who were with him from Baale Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, whose name is called by the Name, the LORD of Hosts, who ...read more
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6. The End Of King Saul
Contributed on Jul 27, 2014
This sermon on the death of King Saul gives us lessons on the subject of mercy killing and euthanasia.
The End Of King Saul 1 Samuel 31:1-13 1 Now the Philistines fought against Israel; and the men of Israel fled from before the Philistines, and fell slain on Mount Gilboa. 2Then the Philistines followed hard after Saul and his sons. And the Philistines killed Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua, ...read more
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7. Grace In Action
Contributed on Oct 19, 2014
This sermon about Mephibosheth illustrated God's grace toward us.
Grace In Action 2 Samuel 9:1-13 1 Now David said, "Is there still anyone who is left of the house of Saul, that I may show him kindness for Jonathan's sake?" 2And there was a servant of the house of Saul whose name was Ziba. So when they had called him to David, the king said to him, "Are you ...read more
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8. Keeping Your Integrity In Times Of Trouble
Contributed on Jun 28, 2014
How do we keep from damaging our integrity when trouble comes our way? David shows us.
KEEPING YOUR INTEGRITY IN TIMES OF TROUBLE 1 Samuel 21:1-15 1 Now David came to Nob, to Ahimelech the priest. And Ahimelech was afraid when he met David, and said to him, "Why are you alone, and no one is with you?" 2So David said to Ahimelech the priest, "The king has ordered me on some ...read more
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9. Permissiveness Can Lead To Much Sorrow
Contributed on Jan 11, 2015
This sermon deals with the results of King David's failure to discipline his children.
Permissiveness Can Lead To Much Sorrow 2 Samuel 13:17-39 17 Then he called his servant who attended him, and said, "Here! Put this woman out, away from me, and bolt the door behind her." 18Now she had on a robe of many colors, for the king's virgin daughters wore such apparel. And his servant ...read more
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10. How To Handle Criticism
Contributed on Mar 22, 2015
What should you do when you are criticized. This sermon answers that question.
How To Handle Criticism 2 Samuel 16:1-14 1 When David was a little past the top of the mountain, there was Ziba the servant of Mephibosheth, who met him with a couple of saddled donkeys, and on them two hundred loaves of bread, one hundred clusters of raisins, one hundred summer fruits, and a ...read more
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11. When We Practice To Deceive
Contributed on Jul 13, 2014
When we attempt to deceive people we can get ourselves into quite a mess. This sermon from the Life of David tells us what can happen.
When We Practice To Deceive 1 Samuel 27:1--28:2 1 And David said in his heart, "Now I shall perish someday by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than that I should speedily escape to the land of the Philistines; and Saul will despair of me, to seek me anymore in any part of Israel. ...read more
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12. What To Do When A Friend Loses A Loved One
Contributed on May 17, 2015
What should we do when a friend loses a loved one to death? This sermon gives us some answers.
What To Do When A Friend Loses A Loved One 2 Samuel 19:1-7 1 And Joab was told, "Behold, the king is weeping and mourning for Absalom." 2So the victory that day was turned into mourning for all the people. For the people heard it said that day, "The king is grieved for his son." 3And the ...read more
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13. The Difference Between Mercy And Grace
Contributed on Jun 1, 2015
How can you explain the difference between mercy and grace? This sermon will help.
The Difference Between Mercy And Grace 2 Samuel 19:8-38 8 Then the king arose and sat in the gate. And they told all the people, saying, "There is the king, sitting in the gate." So all the people came before the king. For everyone of Israel had fled to his tent. 9Now all the people were in a ...read more
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14. Winning The Race Of Life
Contributed on Jan 31, 2015
Here's a sermon that would be appropriate just before or after the Kentucky Derby.
Winning The Race Of Life 1 Chronicles 29:10-19 10 Therefore David blessed the LORD before all the assembly; and David said: "Blessed are You, LORD God of Israel, our Father, forever and ever. 11Yours, O LORD, is the greatness, The power and the glory, The victory and the majesty; For all ...read more
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15. The Message Of Ahimaaz Lives On Today
Contributed on May 3, 2015
This sermon is about delivering the full message of the Bible, not just what people want to hear!
The Message of Ahimaaz Lives On Today 2 Samuel 18:19-33 19Then Ahimaaz the son of Zadok said, "Let me run now and take the news to the king, how the LORD has avenged him of his enemies." 20And Joab said to him, "You shall not take the news this day, for you shall take the news another day. But ...read more
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16. From Heartbreak To Joy
Contributed on Jul 21, 2014
This sermon covers the emotions associated with a tragedy and a good end to the story.
From Heartbreak To Joy 1 Samuel 30:1-31 1 Now it happened, when David and his men came to Ziklag, on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the South and Ziklag, attacked Ziklag and burned it with fire, 2and had taken captive the women and those who were there, from small to great; they ...read more
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17. The Weakend Heart
Contributed on Aug 23, 2014
Have you ever faced a time when you felt powerless to handle a situation? Perhaps this sermon will help.
The Weakened Heart 2 Samuel 3:17-39 17 Now Abner had communicated with the elders of Israel, saying, "In time past you were seeking for David to be king over you. 18Now then, do it! For the LORD has spoken of David, saying, 'By the hand of My servant David, I will save My people Israel from ...read more
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18. David's Kingdom Expands
Contributed on Oct 12, 2014
Here's a sermon about God's promises, giving to the Lord, and God's justice.
David's Kingdom Expands 2 Samuel 8:1-18 1After this it came to pass that David attacked the Philistines and subdued them. And David took Metheg Ammah from the hand of the Philistines. 2Then he defeated Moab. Forcing them down to the ground, he measured them off with a line. With two lines he ...read more
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19. So God Said "No". Now What?
Contributed on Oct 6, 2014
This sermon in the Life of David series deals with how he reacted when God said he couldn't build the temple. There are applications for us when God tells us no.
So God Said No. Now what? 2 Samuel 7:1-29 1 Now it came to pass when the king was dwelling in his house, and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies all around, 2that the king said to Nathan the prophet, "See now, I dwell in a house of cedar, but the ark of God dwells inside tent ...read more
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20. The Difference A Godly Woman Can Make
Contributed on Jun 28, 2014
Here we find the story of Abigail and how she prevented David from making a horrible mistake.
The Difference A Godly Woman Can Make 1 Samuel 25:1-42 40When the servants of David had come to Abigail at Carmel, they spoke to her saying, "David sent us to you, to ask you to become his wife." 41Then she arose, bowed her face to the earth, and said, "Here is your maidservant, a servant to ...read more
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21. Was Michal Really A Bad Wife?
Contributed on Mar 29, 2014
This sermon examines the life of Michal and perhaps changes our attitudes toward this woman.
Was Michal Really A Bad Wife? 1 Samuel 18:20-28 [20] Now Michal, Saul's daughter, loved David. And they told Saul, and the thing pleased him. [21] So Saul said, "I will give her to him, that she may be a snare to him, and that the hand of the Philistines may be against him." Therefore Saul ...read more
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22. God Doesn't Choose Like We Do
Contributed on Mar 29, 2014
Here's a sermon about God's choice of David to become the next king of Israel.
God Doesn't Choose Like We Do 1 Samuel 16:1-13 1 Now the LORD said to Samuel, "How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with oil, and go; I am sending you to Jesse the Bethlehemite. For I have provided Myself a king among his sons." ...read more
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23. A Thanksgiving Message From David
Contributed on Nov 19, 2014
Here's a sermon for the Sunday before Thanksgiving from my Life of David series.
A Thanksgiving Message From David Psalm 103 1 A Psalm of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! 2Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: 3Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, 4Who redeems your life ...read more
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24. When Troublemakers Show Up
Contributed on Jun 7, 2015
As hard as we might try, we can't please everyone. When troublemakers show up, they look for disputes to make even worse. That's what this sermon deals with.
When Troublemakers Show Up 2 Samuel 19:39 -- 20:2 39 Then all the people went over the Jordan. And when the king had crossed over, the king kissed Barzillai and blessed him, and he returned to his own place. 40Now the king went on to Gilgal, and Chimham went on with him. And all the people of ...read more
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25. Sin Always Has Consequences
Contributed on Nov 16, 2014
This sermon deals with the consequences of sin.
Sin Always Has Consequences 2 Samuel 12:1-13 1 Then the LORD sent Nathan to David. And he came to him, and said to him: "There were two men in one city, one rich and the other poor. 2The rich man had exceedingly many flocks and herds. 3But the poor man had nothing, except one little ewe lamb ...read more
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26. Let The Wind Blow
Contributed on Sep 14, 2014
This sermon deals with our need for the Holy Spirit in our lives.
Let The Wind Blow 2 Samuel 5:13-25 13And David took more concubines and wives from Jerusalem, after he had come from Hebron. Also more sons and daughters were born to David. 14Now these are the names of those who were born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, ...read more
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27. Afraid To Look Foolish?
Contributed on Sep 28, 2014
Here's a sermon that deals with the way we worship the Lord. King David provides a good example.
Afraid To Look Foolish? 2 Samuel 6:12-23 12Now it was told King David, saying, "The LORD has blessed the house of Obed-Edom and all that belongs to him, because of the ark of God." So David went and brought up the ark of God from the house of Obed-Edom to the City of David with gladness. 13And ...read more
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28. Religion Isn't Always Good
Contributed on Jun 28, 2014
Are all religions good? This sermon in the Life of David series shows how religion isn't always a good thing.
Religion Isn't Always Good 1 Samuel 22:6-23 [6] When Saul heard that David and the men who were with him had been discovered--now Saul was staying in Gibeah under a tamarisk tree in Ramah, with his spear in his hand, and all his servants standing about him-- [7] then Saul said to his servants ...read more
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29. David Is Dead! Jesus Isn't!
Contributed on Apr 5, 2015
Here's a sermon in my Life of David series that works for Easter Sunday!
David Is Dead! Jesus Isn't! Acts 2:22-32 22 "Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a Man attested by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs which God did through Him in your midst, as you yourselves also know-- 23Him, being delivered by the determined purpose and foreknowledge ...read more
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30. The Call Of God On Our Lives
Contributed on Sep 7, 2014
This sermon deals with the call God makes to each of us to serve Him.
The Call Of God On Our Lives 2 Samuel 5:1-12 1 Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and spoke, saying, "Indeed we are your bone and your flesh. 2 "Also, in time past, when Saul was king over us, you were the one who led ...read more