Sermons on 1 Samuel 13:1-13:

Old Testament Kings Not Permitted To Be Priests

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

To show that GOD gives distinction between the old and new covenant, we wait for GOD, not GOD waiting for us, because He is KING OF KINGS to come for us.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you king? JESUS CHRIST is KING OF KINGS, and I am His king. 1 Timothy 6:15 (Amplified Bible) Which [appearing] will be shown forth in His own proper time by the blessed, only Sovereign (Ruler), the King of kings and the Lord of lords, 1 Peter 2:9 (Amplified Bible) But you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Old Testament Kings Not Permitted To Be Priests

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that GOD gives distinction between the old and new covenant, we wait for GOD, not GOD waiting for us, because He is KING OF KINGS to come for us.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you king? JESUS CHRIST is KING OF KINGS, and I am His king. 1 Timothy 6:15 (Amplified Bible) Which [appearing] will be shown forth in His own proper time by the blessed, only Sovereign (Ruler), the King of kings and the Lord of lords, 1 Peter 2:9 (Amplified Bible) But you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Consequences Of Obeying Or Disobeying God

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 19, 2015

God always plans things so that we will have the chance to witness about Jesus. We have to be open to these chances. We must always be ready to witness about Jesus. To do so, we must be familiar with God's Word.

The readings from 1 Samuel 13:5-18 and Acts 8:26-40 are interesting studies of contrasts. The contrast is the consequences of disobeying God verses the consequences of obeying God. The reading from 1 Samuel 13:5-18 shows what happens when we disobey God. King Saul was told to wait and let the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-18

Denomination: Anglican

The Fruit Of Patience

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Apr 29, 2020

Our choices have consequences! Lack of patience will always leads to costly mistakes.

THE FRUIT OF PATIENCE "8 Then he waited seven days, according to the time set by Samuel. But Samuel did not come to Gilgal; and the people were scattered from him. 9 So Saul said, “Bring a burnt offering and peace offerings here to me.” And he offered the burnt offering. 10 Now it happened, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:8-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Taste Of Defeat Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 16, 2022

This is the 5th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 1st King". This Series is about King Saul.

Series: Israel’s 1st King [#5] THE TASTE OF DEFEAT 1 Samuel 13:1-14 Introduction: Up to this point, Saul had been obedient and victorious. He defeated the Ammonites and established himself as Israel’s hero and 1st King. In 1 Samuel 13, the Philistines came on the scene and Saul had to deal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Will Heaven Say About You?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Oct 25, 2021

Each day we are creating our heavenly reputations. This message looks at the heavenly reputations of Enoch, Moses and David. It then looks at some of the heavenly reputations available to us today.

We’re going to begin in Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 1. “A good name- a name that is held in high regard – is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.” Notice the verse says a good name is chosen. How is it chosen? A good name is chosen by what you do, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1, Hebrews 11:5-6, Genesis 5:21-24, Hebrews 10:35-36, Colossians 3:1-3, Philippians 2:14-16, Romans 8:35-37, John 14:12, Psalm 103:7, 1 Kings 15:5, 1 Samuel 13:13-14, Psalm 119:99, Psalm 119:97, Numbers 12:7-8, Numbers 12:3, Deuteronomy 34:10, James 1:12, 1 Peter 1:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Critical Intersections Of Life

Contributed by Jack Martin on Mar 27, 2023

This morning, were going to be looking at those intersections in our life that often affect the rest of our life.

INTRODUCTION This morning, were going to be looking at those intersections in our life that often affect the rest of our life. These can be a crossroad, blind intersection, forks, Stop signs, traffic circle, or an intersection with multiple streets. Not that anyone here can relate to missing a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wearing Mask? Playing Hide And Go Seek!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 13, 2022

WHERE ARE YOU? We walk in a day where many religious people are wearing mask to hide their real issues of the heart. Why do people tend to hide issues --- could it be we don't want correction? Saul seemed to mask his problems instead of being teachable and accept correction.

WEARING MASKS? Playing hide and seek? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DOWNWARD FLOW OF POOR CHOICES…CHOICES: WHY ARE YOU HIDING? WANT TO SEE PURE STUPIDITY? WHY DID ADAM AND EVE HIDE FROM GOD? Adam and Eve failed they were ashamed and guilty. Their choice was either to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-10, 1 Samuel 13:8-10, 1 Samuel 12:20-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Slipping By Degrees

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 27, 2022

King Saul started well, but ultimately shipwrecked his faith. God's Word is given to us so that we may learn and avoid the pitfalls of the enemy.

Slipping by Degrees Text: 1 Samuel 13:5-14, 1 Samuel 15:1-35 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING One of the saddest things to see, at least to me, is someone who - by all appearances seemed to be a Christian, fall into sin and apostasy. Not let me make that clear… I said, someone who “seemed” to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-14, 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon # 47 - Avoid The Hot East Wind Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 10, 2025

God sent the hot east wind to rebuke the prophet Jonah. If we want to avoid the hot east wind from blowing over our lives we must set aside pride and disobedience and live in humility and obedience to the sovereign Lord.

Our meditation is based on Jonah 4:8, “After the sun had risen, God sent a hot east wind, and Jonah was about to faint from the heat of the sun beating down on his head. So he wished he were dead. "I am better off dead than alive," he said.” (GNB) Jonah was a prophet of God who preached ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:8, Daniel 4:1-3, Daniel 4:29-30, Daniel 4:33-37, 1 Samuel 13:12-13, 1 Samuel 15:10-11, 1 Samuel 15:22-23, 1 Samuel 16:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Character Study Of Saul Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Saul’s life began with great potential but ended in tragedy due to his disobedience, pride, and jealousy. His story serves as a warning that leadership without humility and obedience to God leads to failure.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SAUL – FIRST KING OF ISRAEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:   1 Samuel 13:13 "And Samuel said to Saul, ‘You have done foolishly. You have not kept the commandment of the Lord your God, which He commanded you. For now, the Lord would have established your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:13, 1 Samuel 9:1-27, 1 Samuel 10:1-27, 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

7 Reasons For King Saul’s Downfall Series

Contributed by Sam Jo on Oct 20, 2024

King Saul, the man who started off so well but fell off so hard, it’s like he tripped on his own crown! Saul's story is a classic example of how things can go wrong when we stop listening to God. He had so much potential, yet he ended up as a cautionary tale.

Today, we’re going to talk about King Saul, the man who started off so well but fell off so hard, it’s like he tripped on his own crown! Saul's story is a classic example of how things can go wrong when we stop listening to God. He had so much potential, yet he ended up as a cautionary tale. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:13

Denomination: Lutheran

When You Run Ahead Of God’s Plan Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 26, 2022

There was great initial acclaim for King Saul. His kingship was dramatically renewed at Gilgal. Now we come abruptly to the end of King Saul’s glory days. As a result of Saul failing the test the dynasty will pass from his family.

If you have ever been in a situation where you must totally wait on and trust God, then you know how hard that can be. King Saul found himself in one of those situations where he must trust God. This will be a test of his character as king of Israel. He is Israel’s first king ending the period of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:12-14, 1 Samuel 13:1-15, 1 Samuel 14:1-52

Denomination: Baptist

"After The Order Of Melchizedek”

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 5, 2025

Melchizedek is a name that briefly appears in scripture in Genesis 14 before the Law of Moses and the Children of Israel, but it carries some of the deepest mysteries of the entire Bible with it.

“After the Order of Melchizedek” A Deep Dive By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Melchizedek is a name that briefly appears in scripture in Genesis 14 before the Law of Moses and the Children of Israel, but it carries some of the deepest mysteries of the entire Bible with it. Melchizedek ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:4, Genesis 14:18-20, Matthew 21:41-46, 1 Samuel 13:13-14, Isaiah 9:6, Jeremiah 23:6, Exodus 25:40, Hebrews 8:5, 1 John 2:1, Revelation 19:16, Matthew 27:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

God's Waiting Room

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

Stand with me as we go to the Lord in prayer. God, give me patience, and give it to me right now. Amen

Today, I’m going to begin the message like a lawyer presenting his opening argument: If I haven’t already offended you today, there is a strong possibility that I will offend you or say something you strenuously object to. That is ok, if the result is that you crack open your bible, and prove me ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:8-14