Sermons about 1 Samuel 16:1-16

The Gift Of Significance Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 10, 2001

based on 53 ratings

| 6,555 views

In this message we will look at some people & places in the Christmas story and unwrap the gift of significance (Gifts of Christmas - part two)

“The Gift Of Significance” The Gifts Of Christmas – part two TODAY is our second week in a series of messages that I’m calling The Gifts Of Christmas. OUR goal in this series is to keep the real meaning of Christmas at the forefront of our minds AND at the center of our hearts. Last week - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-17, 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grieve No More

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

based on 26 ratings

| 8,731 views

Between 1501 to 1504 this famous artist chiseled a 13 ½ foot marble statute of a famous Bible person.

Between 1501 to 1504 this famous artist chiseled a 13 ½ foot marble statute of a famous Bible person. Q Who did the work? Q Who did he conceive his work to be representative of? Hint: also famous for painting the Sistine chapel. Famous for a painting that pictures God’s finger reaching out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Your Heart

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 29, 2001

based on 145 ratings

| 18,702 views

God looks at the character of the person - his heart. He does not focus on our having the right things or doing the right things, but rather on our being the right person.

INTRODUCTION Man goes by what they see. Have you ever misjudge someone, finding out later that it was not true? Someone once said, we tend to value people in at least 3 ways: (1) what a person HAS - his looks, his possession - rich, car he owns, house he stays... this is not only a very ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"How To Be Ready When God Calls You Series

Contributed by Michael Cassara on Sep 8, 2001

based on 46 ratings

| 21,053 views

Learn from King David how to be ready when God calls you to do something special.

SEEKING GOD FAITHFULLY- A LOOK AT THE LIFE OF DAVID "How To Be Ready When God Calls You For Something Special" 1 Samuel 16:1-13 INTRODUCTION There have been a number of times in my own life where I have said to God, "Whatever it is you want to do with my life, God, I am yours. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-13, 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Honors People Of Integrity

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 16, 2003

based on 17 ratings

| 7,522 views

David is an example of a peron of integrity who God gave a dream and helped him fulfill the dream.

God Honors People of Integrity -When God Gives You A Dream He Helps You Fulfill It- I Samuel 16:1-13 David is an example of a person of integrity who God gave a dream and helped him fulfill the dream as David faithfully followed the Lord. King Saul was disobedient to the Lord and was rejected ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Why Is It Important To Have Faith In God

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Mar 18, 2006

based on 23 ratings

| 45,165 views

It is very importantt to have faith in God

2nd Corinthians 5:7 Topic- Why is it important to have faith in God. Your theme for tonight is “We have come this far by faith, trusting, and leaning on the Lord.” And through it all through joy and pain, through sunshine and rain, it was God who brought us(you) through. God has never nor ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Samuel 16:5

Denomination: Baptist

So Long Status Quo Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 8, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 8,771 views

First in a series on the life of David. This message looks at how God uses ordinary people in ordinary poistions to serve His purposes.

For the next ten weeks or so, we’re going to embark on a journey through the life of David. The story of David’s life is so fascinating. We probably know more about David that any other person in the Bible, except for Jesus. And the thing I like about David is that he’s so much like us. God calls ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Measuring Up - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 30, 2005

based on 164 ratings

| 54,176 views

What does it mean to be a man/ woman after God’s own heart? How would we know if we have the qualities that would make God say that about us?

OPEN: With Super Bowl Sunday just a week away, I thought I’d share one of my favorite football stories: The coach at Auburn University - Shug Jordan - had asked his former Linebacker Mike Kollin if he would help his alma mater do some recruiting. Mike said, “Sure, coach. What kind of player ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Samuel 16:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Loves Leftovers

Contributed by Charles Banks on Feb 1, 2005

based on 15 ratings

| 6,695 views

This sermon shows us by analyzing certain events in the life of David just how much GOD loves those whom others deem as unworthy!

“GOD Loves Leftovers!!!” I Samuel 16:1-13 1 Samuel 16 1. And the Lord said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Anointed To Stand

Contributed by Joshua Moran on Feb 1, 2005

based on 17 ratings

| 9,211 views

Using the anointing of David we look into the power of God’s anointing

Anointed To Stand: Standing For Jesus An elderly woman walked into the local country church. The friendly usher greeted her at the door and helped her up the flight of steps. "Where would you like to sit?" he asked politely. "The front row please." she answered. "You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Secrets To Fulfilling Your Potential Series

Contributed by David Beirne on May 17, 2005

based on 16 ratings

| 5,226 views

Some biblical principles to help us come closer to being all that God has created us to be.

Secrets To Fulfilling Your Potential 1 Sam 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

God Measures The Heart

Contributed by Stephen Woody on Jun 10, 2005

based on 77 ratings

| 8,278 views

This is a Father’s Day Sermon that points out how difficult it is to be a good father, but that thankfully, it’s not something we do without help from above

"GOD MEASURES THE HEART" Introduction: I DON’T LIKE FATHER’S DAY! Let Me Be Honest And Get That Out of The Way Right Now Father’s day, for a preacher is a royal pain in the neck. If the preacher is a male, that is. And especially if the preacher is a Father. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

A Heart For God Series

Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Sep 10, 2006

| 5,499 views

to help people know that to have a heart for God means to be willing to be humbled

Opening Illustration (a story built on one by A. Stanley) While in college, Dave came home with me for a Winter Break. Unknown to my parents, though, was what Dave brought in his extra large suitcase: a 40 pound python named ‘Squeeze’. I really never liked snakes, but he told me he had no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Free Methodist

David.com/Comparison Series

Contributed by Mark Suter on Sep 19, 2006

based on 6 ratings

| 8,214 views

First in a series on the life of David describing the perils of comparison and finding one’s true worth in the way God views us, his child created in his very own image.

David.com/comparison/1samuel16.1-15 Adam to Eve: “Do you love me?” Eve: “Yes.” Adam: “I mean, really love me?” Eve: “Yes, Adam.” Adam: “Really and truly?” Eve, looking around: “Adam, who else?” Something within each of us wants to know  whether we are OK,  whether we are good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

How God Works In Our Lives

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 22, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 4,463 views

Looking at when David first comes on the Biblical scene; we see God Works in our lives by Giving Us Spiritual Gifts, Natural Abilities and in our circumstances.

HOW GOD WORKS IN OUR LIVES March 10, 2005 Jay Robison 1 SAMUEL 16:13-23 David is one of the heroes of the OT, wrote many Psalms A great King, one who dropped Goliath in his tracks Great military man, wise leader, won many battles Before all of that though David was the youngest of 8 sons A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sermons on 1 Samuel 16:1-16:

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

Confident Preaching

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 10, 2001

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 29, 2001

Contributed by Michael Cassara on Sep 8, 2001

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 16, 2003

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Mar 18, 2006

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 8, 2006

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 30, 2005

Contributed by Charles Banks on Feb 1, 2005

Contributed by Joshua Moran on Feb 1, 2005

Contributed by David Beirne on May 17, 2005

Contributed by Stephen Woody on Jun 10, 2005

Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Sep 10, 2006

Contributed by Mark Suter on Sep 19, 2006

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 22, 2005