Sermons on 1 Samuel 16:7: showing 1-15 of 242

Search For The Hero Series

Contributed by Jack Brown on Aug 7, 2002

Part one of the "Holding Out for a Hero" series, which examines the life of David and explores the question: "What makes a hero in God’s eyes?"

HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO “Search for the Hero” As we begin this series on superheroes, I thought it appropriate to examine a recent film that looked at the idea of a superhero in an entertaining and innovative way. The film is called “Unbreakable,” and it stars Bruce Willis as David Dunn, an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David, Low, Tough, And Tender Series

Contributed by Edwin Amundson on Aug 9, 2002

Our Hero of the faith today, David, will teach us a lesson in humility, but also a lesson in strength and faith.

HEROES OF THE FAITH 7: ?DAVID---LOW, TOUGH AND TENDER! 1 SAMUEL 16:6-12 JOKE--- Deep within a forest a little turtle began to climb a tree. After hours of effort he reached the top, jumped into the air waving his front legs and crashed to the ground. After recovering, he slowly climbed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

"The Call To Christian Leaderhship"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 15, 2002

Not everybody that is in a place of leadership is called by God

"THE CALL TO CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP" (The Leader’s Call) 1 SAMUEL 16:1-13 Not everybody that is in a place of leadership is called by God God doesn’t call every Christian leader to quote, "full time Christian service" There are 3 elements that make up God’s selection: The Christian person ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 19, 2002

David’s reign takes on much more signifiance when we see the arena in which it was carve out.

David: a man after God’s own heart; Reigning in life series The setting: Once again let me emphasize the setting. The story of David” reign takes on much more significance when we understand the arena in which it was carve out; 1. When Saul was chosen; 2. People doing what was right in their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Nobody, Nobody Noticed Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2002

God is the answer to our search for significance.

"A NOBODY, NOBODY NOTICED" 1 SAMUEL 16:1-13 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: At the end of each calendar year USA Today, CNN and The Gallup organization ask the question: “Who are your heroes?” -Or- “Name the people you most admire.” Here’s the top ten results from last year.: #1- George W. Bush ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Appearances Are Deceiving Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 24, 2000

A quest for truth often begins with disillusionment, but is easily diverted to something that appears good on the surface; but when you find God's truth, even if it is in a strange place, embrace it quickly and fully.

The LORD does not see as [men] see; they look on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart. Ridgecrest is a large Baptist-run assembly ground, nestled in the mountains of western North Carolina. All summer long, every year, thousands of Christians come to Ridgecrest for training, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Significance Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 10, 2001

In this message we will look at some people & places in the Christmas story and unwrap the gift of significance (Gifts of Christmas - part two)

“The Gift Of Significance” The Gifts Of Christmas – part two TODAY is our second week in a series of messages that I’m calling The Gifts Of Christmas. OUR goal in this series is to keep the real meaning of Christmas at the forefront of our minds AND at the center of our hearts. Last week - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-17, 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Paradox

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 29, 2002

It’s a choice...choose to enjoy the fruit of this present world, or hold out for the world to come.

God does not see things as we see them...We need to start seeing things as God sees them. I Samuel 16:7 - 7But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning Character Among The Sheep

Contributed by Chad Ballard on Jan 31, 2002

Developing character during humbling times.

Learning Character Among the Sheep I Samuel 16:6-13; 17-19 I. Background from Chapter 15 A. Saul rejected as King by God for his disobedience. 1. God had instructed Saul to attack the Amalekites, and kill everything, taking no spoils. But Saul kept the “choicest” things to sacrifice to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-13, 1 Samuel 16:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Rafe Hollister Sings Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

The first of a series of short messages after an unorthodox outreach series incorporating episodes from The Andy Griffith Show

Mayberry Moments: Rafe Hollister Sings Scripture Reading: 1 Sam. 16:7c If you know it, join me--[whistle theme song] Those characters we just watched-- Andy, Barney, Opie, and the others-- are now a piece of Americana, and they’ve won such a place in our hearts because they’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fathers: Is There A Man In Your House?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Jun 15, 2002

God’s Word defined manhood differently than does our world.

Is There a Man in the House? Father’s Day God doesn’t see men as the world does. 1.) World’s idea of a real man. (1) Attractive (2) Strong (3) Rich (4) Powerful, etc… 2.) God’s man may be any or all of these things but he is much more! 3.) The world’s view of a real man is wimpy, wimpy, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

Davids Secret Power

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

What made a shepherd boy a giant slayer and the greatest king that Israel ever had? The answer to that is what will enable us to become great as well.

Youngest: little, least, smallest, insignificant, unimportant, lothe, to feel a loathing, to detest KEEPETH: To Keep is to be in charge of or responsible for. Grounds-keeper, Zoo-keeper, House-keeper, Jail-keeper, Keep= watch over, provide for, limitations, control, bridle, restrain, Here was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Samuel 16:1-16, 1 Samuel 16:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking Beyond The Obvious

Contributed by Scott Voss on Jan 31, 2001

When God looks beyond our obvious faults to see what we shall be in Him.

Looking Beyond the Obvious. 1 Sam 16:7 7 But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. (KJV) King Saul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How God Deals With The Heart

Contributed by James Dunn on Feb 11, 2002

The spiritual consequences for not knowing what you look at when you peer into the human heart can be even more disastrous!

Introduction: Jeremiah 17:9 tells us that the human heart is mysterious and deceitful. We cannot know what lies at the heart of our own nature and personality; it is beyond our ability to penetrate and understand. The planet on which we live provides an interesting illustration of the problem: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

How Is Your Heart?

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Feb 22, 2002

The Bible places a great value on what kind of heart you have. What is your heart like today?

Introduction: The Bible places a great value on what kind of heart you have. What is your heart like today? There are many different kinds of hearts present in this room! We will look at four kinds of hearts: a sinnful heart, a trusting heart, a tender heart, and a surrendered heart. I. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Baptist