Sermons on 1 Samuel 15:1-30:

Cain & Abel: The Mystery Of The Two Offerings

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jan 4, 2021

WHY DIDN’T THE LORD LOOK AT CAIN’S OFFERING WITH FAVOUR? WHAT WAS SO SPECIAL ABOUT ABEL’S OFFERING? WHAT IS “THE WAY OF CAIN” MENTIONED IN JUDE 1:11? HOW IS ALL THESE TIED TO ENDTIMES?

This wouldn’t be a puzzle at all if Cain appeared before the Lord empty handed or if he didn’t show up at all. But the twist is that, in the course of time Cain also brought an offering to the Lord just like Abel. He believes in God, he even recognize the need for man to approach God. Cain was not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Jude 1:11, Hebrews 11:4, 1 John 3:12, 1 Samuel 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

Mga Taong Naghihimagsik Laban Sa Liwanag

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 22, 2021

Siya na tumatanggi sa akin at hindi tumatanggap ng liwanag ng katotohanan (salita ng Diyos) ay hahatulan sa salita ring iyon sa huling araw. Yaong mga nakaaalam sa liwanag ngunit nagpasiyang maghimagsik laban sa liwanag ay hahatulan din.

MGA TAONG NAGHIHIMAGSIK LABAN SA LIWANAG "May mga naghihimagsik laban sa liwanag; hindi nila alam ang mga paraan ni manatili sa landas nito." (Job 24:13) Ang Diyos ang Lumikha ng daigdig at ng bawat tao rito; "Ang mundo ay sa Panginoon, at ang buong kabuuan nito, ang sanlibutan at ...read more

Scripture: Job 24:13, 1 Samuel 15:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leftovers

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 1, 2021

The purpose of this passage is to show us that somethings belong to God. They are His. At minimum, 10% of what God gives to us should be returned to Him in thanks and as part of our worship. God doesn't want your leftovers.

LEFTOVERS 1 SAMUEL 15:7-25 #tithing OPENING SERMON ILLUSTRATION / INTRODUCTION… (p) [Prepare beforehand 3 small bags with 10 chocolate candy bar minis in each bag. Some candies need to be mashed or melted or messed up packaging and some perfectly fine. A small table would also be helpful.] I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:7-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Wrong? Who Is Right?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2019

We need rules to live by and realize that we are a total of our daily choices. What role does your attitudes play in your choices?

WRONG? RIGHT? ATTITUDES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Isaiah 55:9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. WHO IS WRONG? WHO IS RIGHT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:23, Matthew 15:25-28, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Be Obedient

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jul 17, 2020

God calls us to obey Him and His word. And we must obey Him with a heart of integrity, humility, without hesitation, and total surrender. God rewards those who obey with the blessing of eternal life and freedom from sin and death.

How to be Obedient “So, Samuel said: “Has the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed than the fat of rams.” I Samuel 15:22 In our daily life, we know that obedience is a very essential ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22, Acts 13:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 29, 2022

The story of King Saul’s utter demise unfolds in 1 Samuel 15. The man who stood head and shoulders above all the people is imploding like a skyscraper building with the walls blown out.

The bigger they are the harder they fall. It is dramatic to see a skyscraper building brought to the ground. Dynamite blows out the walls and the building collapses to the ground. What once filled the skyline becomes reduced to a pile of rubble. The story of King Saul’s utter demise unfolds in 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22

Denomination: Baptist

Tricking Or Treating God Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 22, 2021

We should all be “treating” the Lord with our devotion and reverence. But how many of us are trying to “trick” Him? How many of us are doing things to appease God, while at the same time we’re pleasing the world or ourselves?

Halloween is a holiday that most children look forward to, because they get to dress up as their favorite storybook character or superhero; and then go knocking on doors and hopefully come home with a big bag full of candy. And what’s that expression that kids say while they’re standing on ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-12, 1 Samuel 15:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Fat” Is Where It’s At

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 19, 2019

We need to feast on the Word of God much more than we do.

“Fat” is where it’s at! The state of Missouri is known as the “Show Me” state. The phrase, “Show Me,” was coined in 1899 by then Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver while delivering a speech in Philadelphia. “I come from a state,” he said, “that raises corn and cotton, and cockleburs and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:13-17, Jeremiah 15:16, James 1:1-4, Hebrews 12:1, Hebrews 10:38, John 14:23-24, John 6:63, Joshua 1:8, Psalm 138:1-2, Hebrews 6:13-19, Titus 1:1-2, Ezekiel 24:14, 1 Samuel 15:29, Numbers 23:19, John 20:19, John 20:26-29, Revelation 10:8-9, Job 23:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Quitters - Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

Hang on! Let go! Endure till the end! Throw in towel. So should we quit or not quit? That is the question!

I. Introduction Some have already crashed and burned! Others are killing it. Fasts. Workout plans. Pages read. Promises kept. Promises broken. A new year and new dreams, new ambitions, new desires and old obstacles, old challenges, old situations. This mix leads to quitting. As much anticipation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Sermon # 41 - Forgotten Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 14, 2025

Jonah did not perceive God’s heart and thereby failed to rejoice when God’s purposes were accomplished in Nineveh. We as a church must have our hearts beat as one with that of God’s and fulfill His purposes to reach the lost and bring them into God’s Kingdom.

We read in Jonah 4:5, “Jonah went out east of the city and sat down. He made a shelter for himself and sat in its shade, waiting to see what would happen to Nineveh.” (GNB) In this series we are studying the life of Jonah and comparing it with the church of today, thereby trying to learn some ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:5, Jonah 3:10, 1 Samuel 8:3, 1 Samuel 8:7, 1 Samuel 8:10-18, 1 Samuel 8:22, 1 Samuel 9:17, 1 Samuel 15:10-11, 1 Samuel 16:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Living In Obedience To God’s Word Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

Obedience to God's Word is the foundation of a fruitful Christian life. It is through obedience that we demonstrate our love for God, align with His will, and experience His blessings

Title: LIVING IN OBEDIENCE TO GOD’S WORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:22 "But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-2; John 14:23; Psalm 119:11; 1 Samuel 15:22 INTRODUCTION: Obedience to God's Word is the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, John 14:23, Psalm 119:11, 1 Samuel 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Built Upon God's Word Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 2, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. No teaching sheet for this sermon

Series: 1 Peter Sermon: “Built Upon God’s Word” 2 Peter 1:1-8 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 2 “1 Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, 2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, 3 if indeed you have tasted that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-8, Romans 13:12-14, John 14:15, Luke 11:28, 1 Samuel 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

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

Elisha: An Example Of Obedience

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Feb 9, 2025

We're here to delve into the book of 2 Kings, specifically chapter 2, verses 1-15. But before we do, I'd like to share a quote from the great Christian author and preacher, Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "Visit many good books, but live in the Bible."

We're here to delve into the book of 2 Kings, specifically chapter 2, verses 1-15. But before we do, I'd like to share a quote from the great Christian author and preacher, Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "Visit many good books, but live in the Bible." What profound wisdom! The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15, 1 Samuel 15:22, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, John 3:27-30, James 4:7-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ