Sermons on 1 Kings 1:1-15:1:

Peace Too Late

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 15, 2025

Abner’s delayed surrender and Joab’s proud revenge reveal how pride postpones peace—but David’s mercy shows the heart of true kingship.

Introduction – A Name That Holds Two Stories My name is David Abner—two names that once stood on opposite sides of a kingdom. One carried the harp and the crown. The other carried the sword and the seal of command. Two men, both strong, both loyal, both flawed, whose paths met too late for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:18-23, 2 Samuel 3:12-39, 1 Kings 2:5-6, Romans 12:18-21, Matthew 5:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When God Fills The Church

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 24, 2024

Introduction: In the dedication of Solomon’s Temple, we witness a profound moment where God’s presence descends like a cloud, filling the house of the Lord with His glory. This event is more than just a historical account; it is a powerful reminder of what it means for God to fill His church today.

25 August 2024 FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition Dedication of the Temple 8 Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes, the leaders of the ancestral houses of the Israelites, before King Solomon in Jerusalem, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:1-6, 1 Kings 8:10-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Wisdom And Worship.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 11, 2024

When we pray aright, God grants all that we ask, and more besides.

WISDOM AND WORSHIP. 1 Kings 3:5-15. In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night. “Ask what I shall give thee,” offered the LORD (1 KINGS 3:5). We should take up these offers of the LORD: ‘Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep Your Salt Levels High Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 28, 2024

Why Wikipedia beats printed encylcopedias. How doing the hardest thing (what's that?) can help lift our spirits when we are low. And how that fits not just with Jesus's saying about saltiness but with the rest of today's bible readings. A sermon from September 2015

Have a taste of this [hand out teaspoon of salt to someone in the front row] “If salt loses it’s saltiness with what will you season it?” I have two things that I would like to draw out of today’s texts about ways in which we can lose our saltiness - one personal and one public. One personal - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50, James 5:13-20, Numbers 11:4-29, 1 Kings 11:1-18, Romans 12:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Polishing Of Idols

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 3, 2024

Every message should bring a revelation of Jesus and His nature, as well as the Cross, which brings a holy fear that leads to repentance.

In a vision, God takes a young person to a big church packed with people. The sermon was good, but God was outside watching what was going on in the church. It was an inspiring ,encouraging and motivating message. But God was sad. Then God opened young person’s eyes, and he saw idols in their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25

Shalom

Contributed by Paulo Fernandes on Jun 8, 2025

We often translate this Hebrew word simply as "peace" in English. But if we reduce shalom to just "peace," we miss so much of its rich meaning.

The Profound Meaning of Shalom: God's Vision for Wholeness Introduction Brothers and sisters, today I want to talk about one of the most profound words in all of Scripture - shalom. We often translate this Hebrew word simply as "peace" in English. But if we reduce shalom to just ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:27, Deuteronomy 27:6, Psalm 38:3, 1 Kings 4:25

This Mother's Worst Dilemma

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 9, 2025

She went in disguise to find out if her son would live after he became ill. The disguise didn't work, and she came back with a dilemma no mother ever wants to face.

Introduction: She was the queen, but not even she could overcome her son’s illness. When she sought a message from a prophet of the LORD, she received news that shook her to her core. (Full disclosure: Sermon Central has previously accepted a message based on this text, called “The Message This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 35 - Prayers That Please God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 11, 2025

Are our prayers pleasing to God? What are the things that we ask God for when we go to Him in prayer? May our prayers be faith-filled and our petitions in accordance with God’s will so that our prayers are pleasing and acceptable to God.

Our meditation for today is based on Ephesians 5:10, “Try to learn what pleases the Lord.” (ERV) The above mentioned verse exhorts us to find out what are those things that are pleasing to God, and to lead such kind of lives that God would delight in. It is an unchanging fact that God loves us, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:10, 1 Kings 3:5, John 14:13, 1 Kings 3:9-13, Matthew 6:33, Proverbs 28:9, Matthew 8:5-7, Matthew 8:8-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

When Destinies Are At Risk Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

When destinies are at risk, God always raises voices to speak up, stir action, and restore order.

WHEN DESTINIES ARE AT RISK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 1:1-53 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7; Ecclesiastes 10:5-7; Isaiah 46:10; Revelation 3:7; Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: The opening chapter of 1 Kings paints a scene of political unrest and family intrigue in the twilight of King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-53

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Securing The Throne Through Wisdom And Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter teaches us that godly leadership must be built on wisdom, obedience, and strategic decision-making. It is not enough to be anointed; to preserve what God has given, a leader must walk in spiritual sensitivity, boldness, and careful stewardship.

SECURING THE THRONE THROUGH WISDOM AND OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 2:1-46 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; Deuteronomy 17:18-20; Joshua 1:8-9; Psalm 1:1-3; Ecclesiastes 8:5 INTRODUCTION: As David approached the end of his life, he called Solomon to his side and gave him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wisdom That Establishes Destinies Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter teaches that destinies are secured, lives are governed, and kingdoms are preserved through divine wisdom.

THE WISDOM THAT ESTABLISHES DESTINIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:1-28 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; James 1:5; Ecclesiastes 10:10; Isaiah 33:6; Matthew 7:24-25 INTRODUCTION: Solomon had just ascended the throne under divine direction and strong foundational counsel from his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Structure, Stability, And Kingdom Expansion Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter reminds us that divine wisdom must translate into practical systems and structures to sustain what God gives.

STRUCTURE, STABILITY, AND KINGDOM EXPANSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 4:1-34 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 14:40; Proverbs 24:3-4; Exodus 18:21-23; Acts 6:1-7; Isaiah 9:6-7 INTRODUCTION: After receiving divine wisdom and demonstrating it in judgment, Solomon moved on to build ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 4:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparing For A God-Honouring Project Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter is a powerful reminder that every divine assignment must be approached with diligence, prayerful preparation, and a heart that seeks to glorify God—not self.

PREPARING FOR A GOD-HONOURING PROJECT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 5:1-18 Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 28:9-10; Exodus 25:8-9; Luke 14:28-30; Proverbs 16:3; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 5 marks a significant shift in Solomon’s reign. With his kingdom established and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 5:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building For God's Glory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

In this chapter, we learn that anything meant to carry God's presence must be built with reverence, excellence, and according to His divine pattern. When God is the architect, we must not be careless builders.

BUILDING FOR GOD'S GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 6:1-38 Supporting Texts: Exodus 25:8-9; Psalm 127:1; 1 Corinthians 3:9-17; Haggai 1:8; Hebrews 8:5 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 6 gives a detailed account of how Solomon began to build the temple of the Lord. After years of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 6:1-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Balancing Personal Pursuits With Kingdom Priorities Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 7 reminds us that while it is not wrong to build personal projects, God's house and His priorities must always come first.

BALANCING PERSONAL PURSUITS WITH KINGDOM PRIORITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 7:1-51 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:33; Haggai 1:3-9; Proverbs 3:5-6; 2 Chronicles 3:1-2; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION: After completing the house of the Lord in seven years, Solomon began to build ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 7:1-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God