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  • Donnie Martin avatar

    Stones In The Shepherd’s Scrip

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Mar 19, 2010
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    There are certain qualities that God looks for in those He places in His service. These qualities are illustrated for us in the account of David choosing stones from a brook with which to face the giant, Goliath.

    Stones In The Shepherd’s Scrip Text: I Sam.17: 40 Intro: The account of David the shepherd boy has always been one of my favorites. As a child I never tired of hearing of the magnificent victory that God wrought with one little shepherd boy, who was surrendered totally to God. When hearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Land Of The Giants

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 14, 2009
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    From the story of David and Goliath some practical truths to help us overcome the Giants in our life.

    IN THE LAND OF THE GIANTS 1 SAMUEL 17 * As a kid when I heard the word “giant”, all I thought of was that old TV commercial for the Jolly Green Giant Vegetables. (sing) We perhaps I also thought of Jack and the Beanstalk and His words; "Fee, fi, fo, fun, I smell the blood of an Englishman: Be he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Craziest Kid Ever Series

    Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011
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    I think at some point after we become followers of Christ we become Christianized in a way that insulates us and makes us forget just how “crazy” the claims of Christianity are. This month I want us to revisit some of the stories the in Scripture that be

    “That’s Just Crazy!” The Craziest Kid Ever! • Who Get’s Your Vote? • My Vote Goes to David – The Shepherd-King • 1 Samuel 17:1-17:58 LOOK AT THIS CRAZY CONTRAST • Goliath is 9’ 9” tall – A Giant • David was too small ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Put Your Foot In The River!

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 22, 2011
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    It is important that we live our life with a view of eternity and courageously be all God has called us to be.

    Put Your Foot in the River! KC/IHOP Summary PTony/myself- went to KC for PJim’s Memorial. Spent time w/Stuart/Esther Greaves- from COTRM- sent out into ministry- Stuart- on staff an IHOP. Share some thoughts from my trip- Toured IHOP-Prayer Room, Internship, University Known for- Prayer Room- ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Shaping Of God's Hero Series

    Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Mar 23, 2011
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    Thr shaping of David from the young hero to the legendary king.

    The Shaping of God's Hero ! Samuel 17:17-50 The shaping of the young hero to the legendary king; Someone on any short list of God’s heroes is David. The apostle Paul called him “a man after God’s own heart. We met him first when the prophet Samuel was looking for the next king. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Face Your Giants Series

    Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Mar 23, 2011
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    Focusing on God, not the gaints, brings victories.

    How to Face Your Gaints ! Samuel 17:20-29, 34-37 You know this story well. Not only from Sunday School and church sermons do we learn this story, but also from daily life when things are referred to as “between David and Goliath.” Here’s the jest of the story. Two major forces ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing Your Fears

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Nov 30, 2011
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    From the story of David and Goliath we learn that overcoming fear means that you must FACE your enemy, FOCUS on God, FOLLOW your calling and FAITHFULLY point to Christ.

    FACING YOUR FEARS Dr. Jerome Frank, a professor of psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University was flying across the US a few years ago. This was before all of the modern security measures were installed at the nation's airports. He sat beside a man on a coast-to-coast flight who said, "You know, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Raising Kids That Become Champions

    Contributed by Jonathan Howes on Sep 28, 2011
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    Avoid mistakes and learn the three qualities of children who are champions for Jesus.

    “So he sent and had him brought in. He was ruddy, with a fine appearance and handsome features. Then the LORD said, “Rise and anoint him; he is the one.” So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What’s The Name Of Your Mountain?

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 29, 2011
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    When you focus on the problem, instead of focusing on the problem solver, when you let your mountain get in your line of vision, thats when your faith becomes little or small, thats when it becomes only about your ability, instead of Gods Amazing Ability!

    Whats The Name Of Your Mountain? Mark 11:22-24 NKJ 22. So Jesus answered and said to them, Have faith in God. 23. For assuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, Be removed and be cast into the sea, and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Facing Giants With Nothing But Stones

    Contributed by Jarvis Ellis on Oct 13, 2011
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    This sermon deals with overcoming the many obstacles that often stand in the way of our blessings!

    Facing Giants With Nothing But Stones SCRIPTURE: " And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd's bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling was in his hand: and he drew near to the Philistine." 1 Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    David Vs Goliath (Who Are You?) Series

    Contributed by Scott Berry on Jul 21, 2011
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    We often align ourselves with the 'good' character, but stop and consider afresh which character you are like in this story. Are you self-sufficient? Fearful? Jealous? Grow to be more like David!

    David vs Goliath This is so much more than the story of an underdog vs a giant. Which character are you like? (eg facebook quiz) Are you a Goliath? (vs 4 – 10, 42 - 44) Trusting in natural talent, physical security, past success Show contempt for others that you do not understand, realize ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Walk By Faith Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 23, 2011
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    Part 4 focuses on our having prejudicial faith.

    We Walk By Faith Part 4 Prejudicial Faith Scriptures: Isaiah 45:15; Matthew 6:33; 7:7; Ephesians 6:13-14; 1 Samuel 17 Introduction: Last week I shared with you that our faith in God (and Christ) comes through hearing and understanding the Word of God. A key factor in our ability to believe God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Five Smooth Stones

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 26, 2011
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    God works through our faith to accomplish much.

    Five Smooth Stones July 17, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God works through our faith to accomplish much. Focus Passage: I Samuel 17:31-54 Supplemental Passage: Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    God Takes Sides - 1 Samuel 17:1-58

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 1, 2011
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    God Takes Sides - 1 Samuel 17:1-58

    God Takes Sides - 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Some people believed God is not biased and is very neutral, contrary to popular belief, but God takes sides. And be rejoice because God has taken our sides. David vs. Goliath: - God has taken the side of David God definitely took sides with David for David said ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Unproven Sword

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
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     | 9,906 views

    Use your own spiritual tools, don't imitate the work of others.

    1 Samuel 17:38-39 KJV And Saul armed David with his armour, and he put an helmet of brass upon his head; also he armed him with a coat of mail. [39] And David girded his sword upon his armour, and he assayed to go; for he had not proved it. And David said unto Saul, I cannot go with these; for I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal