Sermons about 1 Samuel 13:1-15:35

Obedience Is Not Optional

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 1, 2002

based on 308 ratings

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Obedience is the duty of every child of God. It is not an option, but an obligation.

Obedience Is Not Optional Text: I Sam.15: 22 Intro: We hear a lot these days about options. An option is “the act of choosing; choice; the freedom to choose” (Webster’s New Dictionary and Roget’s Thesaurus: published by Thomas Nelson, Inc., Nashville, TN., copyright 1984; pg. 499). If I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22

Denomination: Baptist

Expect Casualties

Contributed by Jack Warford on Oct 2, 2001

based on 76 ratings

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We must expect casualties while doing the work of the LORD! It makes no difference whether we are a Samuel or a Saul, we will have casualties, and too often they are caused by friendly actions. It comes with the territory and the ministry.

We must expect casualties while doing the work of the LORD! It makes no difference whether we are a Samuel or a Saul, we will have casualties, and too often they are caused by friendly actions. It comes with the territory and the ministry God has given each of us. Some are killed in action and some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Favorite Things Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Oct 5, 2001

based on 54 ratings

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When God saw David as a man after His own heart, he noticed three important character traits He still values today: spirituality, humility, and integrity.

The LORD hath sought him a man after his own heart, and the LORD hath commanded him to be captain over his people. From 1 Samuel 13:14 What does God look for in our hearts? I Spirituality A. A life alive with His Spirit B. God is looking for men and women whose hearts are completely His for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:14

Denomination: Baptist

One Man's Influence Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Oct 5, 2001

based on 36 ratings

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Saul’s failure to address his own heart and it’s lust get to the heart of the matter why God’ prefered David’s heart to his.

And Samuel came to Saul: and Saul said unto him, Blessed be thou of the LORD: I have performed the commandment of the LORD. 1 Samuel 15:13 Rejection is one of the most common things we face, yet it is perhaps the most difficult obstacle we must regularly overcome. It is also one of the things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Obediencia Series

Contributed by Joel Bethancourt on May 16, 2002

based on 68 ratings

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Ser un cristiano requiere obediencia. Esta es la condición clave de tu relación con Dios. Su señorío sobre tu vida requiere de obediencia, y a través de la obediencia tu cumples sus mandatos y estatutos.

O b e d i e n c i a Ser un cristiano requiere obediencia. Esta es la condición clave de tu relación con Dios. Su señorío sobre tu vida requiere de obediencia, y a través de la obediencia tu cumples sus mandatos y estatutos. Al aceptarle a El como tu Salvador tú estás ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21, 1 Samuel 15:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Qualified To Serve? Series

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on May 24, 2002

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What are the qualifications of a leader and those that follow and support those that take on that responsibility? The Scripture is clear and the authority that is given to those who lead is from God.

Sermon Title: Are You Qualified to Serve? [5 of ] Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – May 26, 2002 Scripture Introduction: As we prepare to read this mornings text, we need to consider that Paul is writing to his favorite pupil. Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16, 1 Samuel 14:1-15

Denomination: *other

God's Half Acre

Contributed by James Rich on Oct 18, 2001

based on 34 ratings

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The theme I want to leave with us today is simple. The plot may be small, the job insignificant, but I believe there is someone here today who are ready to rise to the task ahead and forge forward and by your efforts start an earthquake. It is God’s ha

1 Samuel 14:1Now it came to pass upon a day, that Jonathan the son of Saul said unto the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over to the Philistines’ garrison, that is on the other side. But he told not his father. 2And Saul tarried in the uttermost part of Gibeah under a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Did It My Way

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

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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

Are You Hiding In Comfort Or Fighting The Battle?

Contributed by James May on Nov 3, 2002

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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

Excellence Or Obedience? Series

Contributed by Charles Newman on Aug 2, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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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

#12divine Possibilities: The Great Pretender Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 24, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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We have been studying there is more than what man can do. God has a plan. Pretending and playing church will hinder God’s Possibilities. Don’t be hypocritical!

SPEAK TO THE DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: #12--- DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: THE GREAT PRETENDER! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We are studying Divine Possibilities: 1. Climb into God’s Envelope; 2. Accept the Mantle; 3. Starving at a feast; 4. Let God! 5. Dying in a Rut: When an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:3-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Just A Few Men Of Faith

Contributed by James May on Sep 28, 2005

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Jonathan and his armor bearer were just a few men of faith who, with God’s help, put the army of the Philistines to flight. We need more men and women with that kind of faith.

JUST A FEW MEN OF FAITH By Pastor Jim May Saul was king in Israel and Israel was at war with the Philistines. Jonathan, Saul’s son had led an army that attacked the Philistines and destroyed a garrison of soldiers. Of course, that only served to anger the Philistines even more and they had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Two Responses To Sin

Contributed by John Harvey on Oct 6, 2005

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Sin has consequences in our lives. The text is the story of two men, Saul and David and how they handled their sin.

“Two Responses to Sin” October 9, 2005 Today is a message dealing with a very uncomfortable topic. Sin has become an issue that all too often churches don’t want to address and don’t want to deal with. We like to focus on grace and mercy and forgiveness, but we fail sometimes to really look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Incredibles Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 18, 2005

based on 48 ratings

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Maybe the thing that causes God the most frustration is all the gifts He’s given us that remain unwrapped.

The Incredibles: Discovering Your Gift Pastor Mark Batterson 04.05.05 This evotional begins a new series titled God @ the Box Office that explores the spiritual themes in popular movies. To check out this week’s trailer visit our videos @ www.theaterchurch.com. Two weeks ago we got a Mr. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#1. The Powerfull Arrow Of Truth Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 6, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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Part1 of a six part series. In part 1 we cover the importance of obedience to God and how the truth helps us be obedient to Him.

Psalm 127:4 (Our emphasis will be on this verse) A powerfull warior of God always walks in obedience. 1 Samuel 15:22 says; "To obey is better than sacrifice" Obedience in the Bible is threefold; 1. Obey God before anything else 2. Obey God’s institution on earth (The church and its leaders, The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5, 1 Samuel 15:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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