Sermons on 1 Samuel 16:1-17:53:

Here Is Our Invitation Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 22, 2025

Our invitation to follow God is simple: Come to Him, turn from our wicked ways, repent of our sin, and receive His invitation to come and be found faithful. The challenge of this world is, and always will be this: Will we continue to try to be the ones in charge?

Isaiah, Part 22 Here is Our Invitation Isaiah 55:1-9 Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery Introduction - Welcome to Seasons – intro – so glad you are here today - Last week, we saw the pain of a suffering servant; faithful to God alone (Jesus) - Today, see a critical invitation; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9, Psalm 34:8, John 10:10, 1 Samuel 17:26, Hebrews 13:17, 1 Peter 2:13-14, James 4:7, John 6:44, John 14:6, Hebrews 13:8, James 3:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Anointing Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God often chooses unlikely people, seeing beyond their outward appearance and focusing on their hearts. He does this to display His power through our lives as we walk in the anointing and gifting of the Holy Spirit.

God tells this prophet, Samuel, to go to Bethlehem and anoint one of Jesse's sons as the new king. Samuel sees the oldest son, Eliab, and thinks, "This guy looks like king material." But God's like, "Nope, I don't look at the outside; I look at the heart." So, none of Jesse's seven sons present ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

Topics: Divine Anointing, Spiritual Empowerment, Holy Spirit, Sacred Oils

The Challenger Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Recognizing and overcoming the enemy's tactics of fear, doubt, and condemnation through faith in God.

Imagine you're facing a nine-foot-tall giant. Scary, right? That's what the Israelites were dealing with in 1 Samuel 17. Goliath was this massive dude who had everyone shaking in their boots. He's like that big problem you're facing that seems impossible to beat. God tells us in Joshua 1:9, 'Be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11, 1 Peter 5:8

Topics: Self-Confidence, Emotional Healing, Personal Growth, Inner Peace

God Gets The Glory Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

David's story teaches us to keep our focus on God above all else. We must recognize the "giants" in our lives and trust that God is bigger and more powerful.

Today, we're gonna dig deep into the story of David. Let's jump into 1 Samuel 17:12-28. David was the youngest in his family, and his job was to look after the sheep. Not exactly glamorous, right? But God didn't care about that. He saw David's heart. Ever felt like you're not taken seriously ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:12-28

Topics: Spiritual Strength, Divine Guidance, Faith Healing, Resilience

All That You Need Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God can use what you already have to help you overcome challenges, just like David used five smooth stones to defeat Goliath. By understanding David's approach, we can learn how to conquer the giants in our own lives.

Today, we're diving into the epic showdown between David and Goliath. We're gonna focus on those five smooth stones David used to take down Goliath and see how God can use what we've got. Object Lesson: Bring out a sling and five smooth stones. Demonstrate how David might have used them. [Read 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-40, Matthew 14:13-21

Topics: Resilience, Resourcefulness, Adaptability, Problem-Solving

Our Response To Victory Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our victory comes from God and we should give Him all the glory. We should also ensure to finish what we start, just like Jesus finished His mission on the cross.

So, in 1 Samuel 17:40-54, after David takes down Goliath, the Philistines freak out and run away. They had all their hopes pinned on Goliath, and when he went down, they were toast. It's like when your phone dies and you don't have a charger - total panic, right? But this shows us that we shouldn't ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-54, Psalm 121:1-2

Topics: Spiritual Triumph, Divine Victory, Redemption, Faith Journey

Hope For The Underdog Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Even when we feel overwhelmed and like the underdog, we can have hope in God's faithfulness and power to bring victory in our lives.

School, parents, friends, the pandemic - it can all feel like too much sometimes. And trying to grow in our faith and overcome our mistakes can be hard. But the cool thing is, we don't have to do it alone. The Bible is packed with stories of people who faced crazy odds and still came out on top. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50, Ephesians 6:12

Topics: Resilience, Overcoming Adversity, Emotional Strength, Crisis Management

Finding Courage In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

As David questioned the lack of bravery among the Israelites, he posed the question: Is there not a reason to stand up? This question is still pertinent today. There is indeed a reason, and we must be prepared to stand up for it.

In the story of David and Goliath, we often focus on the miraculous defeat of the giant. However, today we will examine the events leading up to this confrontation and the question David posed to his brother: Is there not a cause? This question remains relevant today, as we face challenges to our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:17-29

Topics: Courage, Faith

Facing Your Giants SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

In a world filled with daunting challenges, many are too fearful to confront them. David, however, faced a literal giant, despite the fear and criticism from those around him. His question, 'Is there not a Cause?', challenges us to confront our own giants with courage and faith.

David, the youngest son of Jesse, was sent by his father to bring food to his brothers who were serving in Saul's army. Little did David know that he would encounter a giant named Goliath, who was defying the armies of Israel. While everyone else was filled with fear and hesitation, David boldly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-30

Topics: Courage, Faith

Defeating The Enemy: David's Determination SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 19, 2023

David's Determination

Good morning, family. It's a joy to be here with you today, to share in the warmth of our fellowship and the light of God's word. As we gather here in this sacred space, let's take a moment to center ourselves, to quiet the noise of the world outside and tune our hearts to the divine frequency of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Topics: Defeating The Enemy, David's Determination

Defeating The Enemy: David's Determination SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 19, 2023

David's Determination

Good morning, good afternoon, or good evening, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. I am truly blessed to be standing before you today, as we gather in unity and fellowship to reflect upon the Word of God. We are here to immerse ourselves in the wisdom of the scriptures, to seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Topics: Defeating The Enemy, David's Determination

David And Goliath PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To encourage us to focus on God's faithfulness and protection, and face our challenges with courage and trust in Him, just like David did with Goliath.

Good morning, family! I'm excited today to dive into one of the most dramatic and inspiring stories in the Bible — the story of David and Goliath from 1 Samuel 17:31-37. It's a story that teaches us about God's faithfulness, about having the courage to step up, and about God's amazing protection ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-37

Topics: Willingness

Giants Do Fall PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, beloved church family! We're diving deep into an iconic Bible story today. Giants and stones, fear and faith, a shepherd boy and a battle-hardened warrior; it's the classic tale of David and Goliath. The world renowned preacher, Billy Graham, once said, “Courage is contagious. When a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-50

Topics: Courage

Acceleration & Execution PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the power of acceleration, the importance of executing God's plan, and the blessings that come from obeying the Lord, as demonstrated in the story of David's anointing in 1 Samuel.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into an incredible story from the book of 1 Samuel, where we'll discover the power of acceleration, the necessity of execution, and the blessing of obedience. Before we get started, I want to share a quote from A.W. Tozer who said, "To obey is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12-13

Topics: Acceleration, Execution

Facing Your Goliath PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon explores how unwavering faith in God empowers us to confront and overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges, as exemplified by David's victory over Goliath. Key

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather here, united in faith and love, to delve into the heart of the Scriptures, to seek wisdom and guidance, to find solace and strength in the eternal Word of God. We are here to delve into a story that is as old as time, yet as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-11

Topics: Goliath