Sermons on 1 Samuel 17:12-20:

How To Become God's Champion

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Mar 19, 2008

Features the main characteristics of God’s champions using the example of David

WHO WILL BECOME GOD’S CHAMPION? 1 Samuel 17 A champion of God has certain characteristics. THE MAJOR ONE IS THAT A CHAMPION OF GOD IS READY TO STAND AGAINST THE ARMIES OF THE ENEMIES OF GOD (Matthew 11:12). 1. They usually don’t have any enabling physical attributes. They seldom have the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defeating Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jul 17, 2007

David defeating Goliath is a uiversal lesson that teaches all of us how to defeat our worst enemies - Satan, sin, and self.

Defeating your Enemies INTRODUCTION Most great heroes are defined by the enemies that they defeat. Just listen to the name of these heroes and see if their enemies do not come readily to mind: Batman (Joker, Penguin, Riddler); Superman (Lex Luthor); Flash Gordon (Ming the Merciless). The list ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

David & Goliath Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 20, 2007

David knows the Philistine army is subject to the power of God. In faith he offers to face the giant in battle with God’s armor.

An Earthy Spirituality~the life of King David “David & Goliath”, I Samuel 17 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “It is not by sword or spear that the Lord saves; for the battle is the Lord’s,” vs 47 We all have giants to battle, and in God’s strength we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Congregational

How To Face Your Giants Series

Contributed by Stephen Robinson D on Aug 22, 2007

No matter how big your problems are, you will not face them alone. God is always there.

All credit goes to Max Lucuado for these series of stories of Facing your Giants, Story of David This is a very familiar story. This story has been preached, read and told about for many generations but let us look at this thing and see can we lift some nuggets from this text to help us with our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:11-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Not Dismayed, A Funeral Homily

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jan 1, 2008

The theme of this funeral homily is that in the midst of death we as Christian Disciples do not loose our courage, our hope, our faith, or our joy because we know Jesus will never leave us nor forsake us but will always take care of us.

Be Not Dismayed, A Funeral Homily --I Samuel 17:1-11, 46-47; Deuteronomy 31:7-8; Isaiah 41:10; John 14:18 We have heard the reading of our primary text for the funeral homily for our departed sister Barbara Jean Bluff, and perhaps many of you are wondering “How does the story of David’s battle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-47

Denomination: Methodist

Going Going Gone For God

Contributed by Jason Love on Dec 3, 2002

We need to always consider where we are going and what we are doing when it comes to our spiritual life.

I. Introduction To understand how we relate to this scripture we must first understand who David is. A. David is seen as a son(son of Jesse) B. David is seen as a servant(servant of Jesse) C. David receives instruction from his Father II.David was Going A. David left early in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-51

Denomination: Church Of God

Secrets Of A Giant Killer

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 4, 2002

It was no accident nor coincidence, that made David a giant killer, Before the giant he had already killed a lion and a bear. In this sermon we look at the characteristics of Davids life that made him a giant killer.

Secret #1 David was Self disciplined: If David were standing here today he would tell you if you ever expect to slay the giants in your life you have become self disciplined like the ant, who has no ruler or overseer = she disciplines herself. (Pro 6:6-8) 6 ¶ Go to the ant, thou sluggard; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stone One: Action Series

Contributed by Richard Clouse on Dec 19, 2002

David chose five stones before he faced Goliath. These five sermons will illustrates the five "stones" we can use to defeat giants in our lives.

(Five Stones that Kill any Giants!) 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Here are some truths we have learned so far. God is in the miracle business. God wants us to get out of our comfort zones and step out in faith. When we do, mountains will arise to bring discouragement and despair. We know how to move ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

Mountaintops And Valleys

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 8, 2003

A message taken from the story of David and Goliath on the purpose of Mountaintops and Valleys in the life of the believer.

Mountaintops And Valleys I Samuel 17 Introduction I remember talking to someone a few years ago and they ask me this question. “Why does God allow bad things to happen to people?” Why are people unhappy in a miserable marriage was the issue at stake. This individual went on to mention other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

Problem Analysis

Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 28, 2003

Life is full of problems to solve; this is an introduction to an approach which may be helpful.

In previous messages I touched upon a process called KT Decision Analysis. There is also a related process called KT Problem Analysis. This process is used to solve problems in industry and the originators of the approach Charles H. Kepner and Benjamin B. Tregoe recognised that problem solving must ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-11, 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Goliath's Armor Bearer

Contributed by James May on Oct 14, 2003

Goliath’s armor bearer took the brunt of the battle for him. Satan does the same to those who work for him. But God fights for us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Excellence In Integrity, Part 4 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Oct 14, 2003

Psalm 78 is a Historical Psalm that summarizes Israel’s history in a poetic way. The Psalm does have some sad elements in it, but it concludes somewhat abruptly on a positive note with their national hero, King David, from Judah, the founder of the dynast

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Psalm 78 is a Historical Psalm that summarizes Israel’s history in a poetic way. The Psalm does have some sad elements in it, but it concludes somewhat abruptly on a positive note with their national hero, King David, from Judah, the founder of the dynasty that would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54

There's Always Something Standing In The Way

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 5, 2002

This sermon deals with David & Goliath. Even though God Anoints us for special events, there will be problems in our lives to keep us from reaching what God has for us, but we can be victorious

There’s Always Something Standing In The Way 5/5/2002 NLF 1 Samuel 17:1-50 1 Sam 17:1-30 Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Samuel 17:1-50 It would be great in life if the only thing necessary for us to get things was to just show up. What would it be like to go to school and say “I want a diploma and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-50, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Facing Giant Problems In Our Familiy Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jun 6, 2002

This message instructs believers to biblically deal with the problems they consider to be "GIANTS" in their home.

“HAPPILY EVERY AFTER…” – PART FIVE JACK & THE BEANSTALK –- FIGHTING THE GIANT PROBLEMS FACING OUR FAMILIES 1 Samuel 17 • Larry L. Thompson (June, 2002) Introduction: There are many people these days that live in a family full of fear. Fearful of health problems, fearful of failure, fearful of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:17-52

Denomination: Baptist

And The Giants Keep Comming

Contributed by Derrick Garth on Jun 6, 2002

Youth inspiration

The Giants Just Keep On Coming! I Samuel 17 D. P. Garth 1st night revival Bethlehem (Alabama) Song: I need thee Text: 1 Samuel 17 (We want to call your attention to this chapter and I urge that you read the entire chapter) However, because of the limitation of time and the length of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-47, 1 Samuel 17:17-47

Denomination: Baptist