Sermons on 1 Samuel 17:47:

Showdown In The Sanctuary

Contributed by Charles Trout on May 25, 2001

A young boys affection for Western Pictures turns into an illustration of the showdown between David and Goliath. Our Churches are following the scripts of the old serial western films and the characters are identified!

My Father grew up in the early Fifties and like most youngsters Saturday afternoons found him at the theater for the matinee which usually consisted of the great westerns of the time. These westerns have been a part my growing up as well. My Father’s terminology for a good western movie is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-51

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are They?

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001

A sermon for "Men’s Day" asking the question "Where are the men in our churches?".

WHERE ARE THEY? 1 SAMUEL 17:32-52 Introduction: 1. As a small boy, I can remember all of the noises and shadows I saw at night. a. I would be laying in bed and the tree outside my window would brush upon my window and the shadow of that tree would look as if someone was coming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-52

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Courageously

Contributed by Brent Williams on Jun 19, 2001

Giants come at us all through life. David’s example shows us how to deal with the Giants that try to attack our lives.

Stand Courageously 1 Samuel 17 1-58 Giants come at us all through life. Some kill our enthusiasm for Christ. Some attack our attitudes and habits. Personal relationships, compromising situations, sinful additions become giants that taunt us day and night. The giants win one small battle and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

A Model For The Spiritual War

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 18, 2003

We are in war! Nothing will stop the devil on this ground. Today we can find a model of spiritual fight in the life of David. Its first battle with the eyes of the men !

UN MODELE POUR LA GUERRE SPIRITUELLE Lecture :1 Samuel 17 LA VICTOIRE DE DAVID SUR GOLIATH FOURNIT UN MODELE POUR LA GUERRE SPIRITUELLE COURONNE DE SUCCES INTRODUCTION : De la même façon nous avons nos problèmes spirituels et des adversaires comme Goliath ?Que nous soyons un individu, une ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Smooth Stones

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

We don’t fight a flesh and blood giant with natural weapons, so what do the five smooth stones of David symbolize for me? How can I use them effectively against my giants?

1 Sam 17:40 ¶ And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him (five smooth stones) out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd’s bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling. Here are what I believe these 5 smooth stones represent in the life of the child of God (CALLED) 1 Cor 1:9 God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

May The Force Be With You Series

Contributed by Jack Brown on Aug 7, 2002

Part two of the "Holding Out for a Hero" series, examining the story of David and Goliath and asking "What are the giants we face and how do find victory instead of defeat?"

HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO “May the Force Be With You” Wouldn’t it be great to have super powers? Wouldn’t you like to wake up one morning to find you had, in the words of the old Superman TV show… “powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men?” To be faster than a speeding bullet… More ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Obstacles Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jun 14, 2003

Courage, confidence, and deep faith help us overcome life’s obstacles.

Sermon for 2 Pent Yr B, 22/06/2003 1 Sam 17:32-49; 2 Cor 6:1-13; Mk 4:35-41 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Today’s first lesson is perhaps one of the most popular biblical stories—especially among Sunday School children. Although some today would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, 1 Samuel 17:32-49

Denomination: Lutheran

Overcomers

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001

Just like in the life of David, obstacles will come our way, but how will we overcome our obstacles and struggles, the giants of our lives?

“OVERCOMERS” I SAMUEL 17: 41-51 JANUARY 14, 2001 INTRODUCTION: What was your New Years Resolution? Congregational response: New Years Resolutions are really about overcoming Life struggles/Life Obstacles. Church Struggles are just the same. They are opportunities to overcome. TRANSITION ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:41-51

Denomination: Baptist

Got Rocks

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jun 25, 2003

When you have giants, you use hat you have and what you know. Mainly you remember who is with you.

( When I gave this message, Holy Spirit took over this basic text and gave several powerful connections which really grabbed the congregation, I pray God will do he same for you. The actual scripture read was using lectionary Year B - June 22nd) Got Rocks? So to paraphrase this long scripture, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-49

Denomination: Congregational

Slaying Goliath

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 30, 2004

We all come face to face with "Goliaths" in our lives. Like David, we too can conquer them and be victorous!

POINTS OF TRUTH Christian Ministries Crusade Church of God www.pointsoftruth.com The battle lines were drawn. Across a great valley, the army of the Lord faced their enemy, the Philistines. The mighty army of the Lord was in full battle array, shouting the war cry, and waiting anxiously ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Key To Dynamic Leadership"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 15, 2002

What made the difference between David and the other men of his day? What is the key to dynamic leadership? What unlocks our greatest potential?

"THE KEY TO DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP" (The Leader’s Faith) 1 SAMUEL 17:1-54 Someone has wisely stated, "everything rises or falls on leadership." Through the years there have been major decisions made by leaders that would either make or break countries. I am reminded of the decision Harry Truman ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Fighting Bears And Delivering Cheese! (Part 1 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Nov 2, 2005

This is the first sermon in a series entitled "Developing A Heart After God" and this sermon talks about how God developed David’s life experiences for the task of facing Goliath. I give 3 points that show how God uses our past to develop our lives.

Title: Killing Bears and Delivering Cheese Text: I Sam 17: 12-18; 34-37 and I Sam 16:18 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - This morning we are going to start a sermon series from David’s early years. - This series is entitled, “Developing A Heart After God” - The Bible says that David was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Pentecostal

Killing Giants In Our Lives

Contributed by Roger Spackman on Nov 7, 2005

Overcoming depression, phobias and disapoinment through applying the principles of David and Goliath! God can turn your ’scars into stars’ and ’your tragedies into triumphs’! Uplifting and very encouraging sermon. Full PP slides available.

Goal/purpose This message is one of encouragement for our people to press into God with the difficulties of life. To receive instruction from the Word of God in being able to gain perspective on our problems. To see life from God’s point of view and not be overcome with despair when difficulties ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

Be Willing To Enter The Valley (Part 2 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Nov 10, 2005

Today some Christians are living in fear, intimidation and comfortableness and not trusting in God. David when faced with the problem of Goliath willing ran down to the valley to defeat the enemy. I give 3 points that show what motivated David to do that

Title: Be Willing To Enter The Valley (Part 2) Text: I Sam 17:1-58 (Key Verse is 38-48) Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - (Recap from last week’s message (Fighting Bears and Delivering Cheese)) - There was 3 points that I gave from this message about how God prepares us in life for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

David And Goliath : A Triumph Against All Odds

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 22, 2005

THIS SERMONS REVEALS THE AMAZING SECRETS OF DAVID’S VICTORY OVER GOLIATH NAMELY 1. CONTRAST 2. COURAGE 3. CONFIDENCE 4. COMMENTS 5. CONFESSION 6. CONTEST 7. CHAMPION

DAVID AND GOLIATH : A TRIUMPH AGAINST ALL ODDS ******************************************** OUTLINE 1. CONTRAST 2. COURAGE 3. CONFIDENCE 4. COMMENTS 5. CONFESSION 6. CONTEST 7. CHAMPION THE MESSAGE DAVID AND GOLIATH : A TRIUMPH AGAINST ALL ODDS ******************************************** 1. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Pentecostal