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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Steps To Self Destruction Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 7, 2010
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    A study of chapter 18 verses 1 through 30

    1 Samuel 18: 1 - 30 Steps to Self Destruction 1 Now when he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 2 Saul took him that day, and would not let him go home to his father’s house anymore. 3 Then Jonathan and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Facing The Giant.

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 25, 2013
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    What giant or giants are you faced with? Remember the battle is not yours it is the Lord, and He will fight the battle for you, and victory will be yours.

    First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning - August 24th, 2008 Welcome....... This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it....(repeat) Are you glad to be in the house of God......elaborate.. Let us pray Our theme this year is, Say It In Love. The scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Practical Atheism

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 18, 2012
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    If you are not a sold out follower of Jesus Christ, you’re living your life no different than an atheist.

    Practical Atheism May 18, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: If you are not a sold out follower of Jesus Christ, you’re living your life no different than an atheist. Focus Passage: I Samuel 17: 1-11, 24-27, 33-37, 45-47 Supplemental Passage: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Man Up!

    Contributed by Edwin Crozier on Sep 20, 2013
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    This sermon examines the account of David defeating Goliath to see what kind of man God is looking for.

    Introduction: What is the most scared you have ever been? Think about that time for a moment. Perhaps you can begin to understand how the Israelites feel in I Samuel 17 every morning when Goliath steps out onto the battlefield and cries, “I defy the ranks of Israel this day. Give me a man, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "Is There Not A Cause?" Series

    Contributed by Tony Santucci on Nov 9, 2013
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    This message is dedicated to encouraging people to become active in their churches, including people in the Five Fold Ministry.

    David left the house to deliver the corn, bread, and cheese to where the army was. He arrived, and gave them the food. The army was afraid of Goliath the giant. They were hiding. David had a different plan. To him the size of the battle wasn’t the issue. Doing the battle no matter what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Fathers Be Strong And Courageous Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 30, 2013
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    Strength and Courage are two things that will help us to live an abundant life a life where the battle no longer is ours but God's. It will then be won.

    Rocking Rod Stewart sings a song to his son, in that song forever young he sings of his hopes and dreams for his boy, “ May the good Lord be with you Down every road you roam And may sunshine and happiness Surround you when you're far from home And may you grow to be proud Dignified and ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Before Victory Comes Obedience Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 4, 2013
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    The story of David & Goliath has a lot to do about obedience, but this sermon may not be what you expect...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 28, 2013 Date Preached: September 1, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Samuel Sermon Title: Facing the Giants of our Time Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 17 [HCSB] Introduction: What are the giants of our time? In our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Winning The Battle Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 21, 2015
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    How do we finish the battle?

    We will finish today the story of David versus Goliath. We noted how to prepare for battle, having confidence in battle, and today we will note winning the battle! Let us note that you can be well prepared and have all the confidence in the world to do something, but as in the case of David to an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Is In Your Hand? (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 21, 2015
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    Can you see the situation more clearly from God's vantage point? Do you need to take courageous action in the face of insults and fearful circumstances? Do you trust that God will give you victory? Remember, God's opinion is the only one that matters.

    Opening illustration: In July 1947, the British Navy was confronted by a defiant but unarmed ship of Jewish refugees - Holocaust survivors - who were intent on emigrating to colonial Palestine. As Robert Mackey explains on the New York Times' Lede Blog, the Brits responded to the incursion of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith Partners Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 27, 2015
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    Let us learn from the relationship of David and Jonathan

    This morning we will look at a love story; nope, not about a man and woman but about 2 men. I don’t want you to answer, but what is going on in your mind right now? I got your attention didn’t I? Our sinful world sees the relationship of David and Jonathan as a romantic one. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Worse Than A Quitter? (Fear)

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 29, 2015
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    Could there be something worse than a quitter? Fear can paralyze us far short of our goals... We must TRY, and TRY again... THE SCARECROW is a terrible tool!

    WORSE THAN A QUITTER? I CAN'T ---- PARALYZED BY FEAR DO YOU UNDERSTAND THE VALUE OF A SCARE CROW By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. BECOME WHAT YOU BELIEVE. Matthew 9:29 (KJV) Then touched he their eyes, saying, According to your faith be it unto you. Matthew 9:29 (NIV) Then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Authenticity

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 6, 2016
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    To become authentic means to become genuine. Hints in becoming genuine. 1. Honest -- Speak the truth. 2. Direct -- Speak in terms that are clear, concise and focused. 3. About here-and-now -- Speak about what is going on right now.

    Authenticity 1 Samuel 17:38-40NKJB Haddon Robinson once gave this word of wisdom "In any situation, what you ARE determines what you see, what you SEE determines what you DO." Keep that in mind as we study David, Saul and Goliath. So Saul clothed David with his armor, and he put a bronze ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Impossible Thing I Series

    Contributed by Virgil Hurley on Mar 8, 2016
     | 4,829 views

    By trusting God in the past and experiencing victories, David could be assured of confidence and success overcoming succeeding problems. A lesson for each of us.

    THE IMPOSSIBLE THING I Samuel 17:4-11, 16, 20-25 Virg Hurley Sermon, March 6, 2016 Christy Brown was born in 1933 with cerebral palsy. His parents were told that nothing could be done for him. They should put him in an institution. Instead they took him home and loved him. In time Christy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    David And Goliath

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016
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     | 24,499 views

    Any time we are facing a problem bigger than us, we are “facing our Giants.”

    DAVID AND GOLIATH 1 Samuel 17:1:54 I. DAVID’S GOLIATH VS. OUR GOLIATH a. We frequently use this story metaphorically. Any time we are facing a problem bigger than us, we are “facing our Giants.” b. David’s Goliath was tangible – a 9’9” tall man with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing Your Giants

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 14, 2016
     | 7,598 views

    A msg for kids on facing obstacles in life

    Facing your Giants What do you think I have in this little bag? Well, let's take a look and see. Hmm... how about that... it is some rocks. Five smooth stones. Do these five smooth stones remind you of a Bible story? When I think of five smooth stones, I think of the story of David and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist