Sermons on 1 Samuel 15:28:

#1 Dig Your Own Well? Codependence.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 17, 2021

This is part 1 of a 2 part lesson on the imbalance of a codependent attitude. Several Bible characters never had a personal experience with Jesus. They depended on others.

#1 DIG MY OWN WELL? BEING CODEPENDENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (#1 OF 2 PARTS) ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15, Philippians 4:5, 1 Samuel 15:27-30, Acts 8:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2021

We look at the fall of King Saul. We see how he rationalized his sins by selective obedience, shifting blame, and subterfuge. Then we study the true nature of obedience and end with an enlightening story.

TO OBEY IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE 1 Sam. 15:1-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: KNOWING IS NOT DOING 1. United Press International (UPI) reported that termites had eaten through a large stack of documents entitled, “Control of Termites” in the mail room of the University of California at Berkley. 2. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-30

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

Trust And Obey(1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 22, 2022

The Rev. Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Desiring to mail a letter, he asked a young boy where the post office was.

When the boy had told him, Dr. Graham thanked him and said, "If you'll come to the Church meeting this evening, you can hear me telling everyone how to get to Heaven." The boy said to Dr. Graham, I do not think I'll be there. If you do not know the way to the post office, how are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

God's Ways Or Man's Substitutes Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 17, 2022

This is the 10th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 1st King". This Series is about King Saul.

Series: Israel’s 1st King [#10] GOD’S WAYS OR MAN’S SUBSTITUTES? 1 Samuel 15:1-35 Introduction: If anyone had reason to become a success, it was Saul, the 1st King of Israel. In the beginning everything was in his favor. He had a divine call from God, and he had the power of God’s Spirit to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 4: What Must Backsliders Do?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2008

How A Person Approaches Backsliding

A. HOW A PERSON APPROACHES BACKSLIDING 1. You usually backslide after being faced with God’s Word and God’s will. “Harken thou unto the voice of the words of the Lord . . . go and smite Amalek and utterly destroy all” (I Sam. 15:1-3). 2. Most backsliders try to do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 9, 2015

Since Christians are saved by grace, does it matter if we disobey?

We continue our study of 1 Samuel. We’re almost done; we’re halfway!! Hahahaha… maybe by Christmas we’ll be on Chapter 31. I really did not think it would take us this long; but I hope you have been learning a lot as I have been. And so, let us continue; this is our Creator ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:12-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If I Were God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2023

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you were God? The world is thankful that I'm not. I'll share some reasons why.

If I were God, there would be some changes made. If I were God, matters would be managed differently. Curbstone philosophers have the answers to all of life’s problems. It seems they know just what should be done in every situation. You have all seen these people. They have solutions prefaced with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:28-29, Ezekiel 18:29, Isaiah 55:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

When God Changes His Mind (Jonah 3:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 8, 2022

The king of Assyria knows that there's a chance that God will change his mind, and not bring about the promised judgment. God prefers to forgive, and bless. For three chapters in a row, God has shown mercy, not judgment.

The book of Jonah began in a surprising way. Yahweh called Yonah to go to Ninevah, and Yonah disobeyed. This is not what prophets do. Prophets obey. But Yonah ran the wrong direction, to the end of the known world, at Tarshish. When that didn't work, he chose death over Yahweh. He refused ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10, Numbers 22:18-25, 1 Samuel 15:10-29

"Then What Is That Sound That I Hear?" Real People Real Problems Part 13 Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 21, 2017

Part 13 of our 1 samuel study

Real People – Real Problems Part 13 “Then what is that sound that I hear?” Today is our last official sermon from our series in 1 Samuel Titled Real people -Real problems We will come back for a wrap up sermon in 2 weeks following our Thanksgiving service As I like to recap and tie all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Sin Of Presumption

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 11, 2018

This message warns of the great danger in taking too much for granted

I. "KEEP THY SERVANT ALSO FROM PRESUMPTUOUS SINS; LET THEM NOT HAVE DOMINION OVER ME; THEN SHALL I BE UPRIGHT, AND I SHALL BE INNOCENT FROM THE GREAT TRANSGRESSION" A. Our text makes it crystal clear; 1. That the Psalmist considered the sin of presumption a most serious sin 2. He linked the sin ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:16, Matthew 27:1-5, Acts 5:1-11, 1 Samuel 15:1-35, 1 Kings 13:8-25, Luke 17:26-30, Genesis 6:1-12, Hebrews 10:26-29, Matthew 7:21-26, Acts 12:21-23, Exodus 5:1-3, Deuteronomy 17:12, Exodus 21:14, Numbers 15:28-31, Psalm 19:13, Hebrews 6:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon – Dangerous Steps To King Saul's Downfall

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 6, 2025

Yet, In this text, we witness the downfall of king Saul and his choice to rebel against God. Saul was chosen by God, anointed by Samuel and celebrated by the people, and given many victories against Israel’s enemies, but he fell from grace.

Sermon – Dangerous Steps To Downfall Scripture Lesson - 1 Samuel 15:10-29 “Then the Lord said to Samuel, “I am sorry that I ever made Saul king, for he has not been loyal to me and has refused to obey my command.” Samuel was so deeply moved when he heard this that he cried out to the Lord all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:10-29, Proverbs 14:34, 1 Samuel 9:2, 1 Samuel 15:10-15

Denomination: Methodist

Disobedience Positions People For Replacement

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 5, 2025

Disobedience is not just a mistake—it is a doorway to replacement. Saul had all the advantages: the anointing, the title, the people. But he lost it all because he put personal opinion above divine command. God does not bless stubbornness; He honours submission.

DISOBEDIENCE POSITIONS PEOPLE FOR REPLACEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-29 "Because thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, he hath also rejected thee from being king." – 1 Samuel 15:23b Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 13:8-14, 1 Samuel 16:1, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The High Cost Of Disobedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

There is a weight to divine instruction, and there is a consequence when that instruction is ignored.

THE HIGH COST OF DISOBEDIENCE – WHEN KINGS REJECT GOD’S VOICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-35 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 12:14-15, Isaiah 1:19-20, James 1:22, Hebrews 3:7-8, John 14:15 INTRODUCTION: There is a weight to divine instruction, and there is a consequence when that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Consequences Of Disobedience In Leadership Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

Disobedience in leadership is dangerous because it misrepresents God to His people. As seen in Saul’s life, disobedience can lead to spiritual blindness, rejection, and destruction—not only of the leader but of those under him.

CONSEQUENCES OF DISOBEDIENCE IN LEADERSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 13:8-14; 1 Samuel 15:1-28 Supporting Texts: Numbers 20:7-12, Deuteronomy 28:15, Ezekiel 34:2-10, James 3:1, Hebrews 12:25 INTRODUCTION: Leadership in God’s kingdom carries great responsibility. It is a sacred ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:8-14, 1 Samuel 15:1-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God