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  • Robert Leroe avatar

    David & Goliath Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 20, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,813 views

    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

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    How To Face Your Giants Series

    Contributed by Stephen Robinson D on Aug 22, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,785 views

    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fathers Be Strong And Courageous Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 30, 2013
     | 9,655 views

    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
     | 8,905 views

    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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    Man Up!

    Contributed by Edwin Crozier on Sep 20, 2013
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     | 8,365 views

    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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    Facing Giants With Nothing But Stones

    Contributed by Jarvis Ellis on Oct 13, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 42,394 views

    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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    Practical Atheism

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 18, 2012
     | 3,360 views

    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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    The Battle Is The Lord’s

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 30, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,104 views

    We can overcome when we know that God is in control.

    The Battle Is the Lord’s June 21, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can overcome when we know that God is in control. Focus Passage: I Samuel 17:32-33, 41-50 Supplemental Passage: For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Showing Up For The Battle Is Not Enough!

    Contributed by David Wilson on Jul 30, 2012
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     | 6,401 views

    The Israelites show up for Battle but are delayed because they allow Goliath to define the terms of battle. God's people need to get into the valley because it isn't fought on the hillside.

    Showing Up For Battle I Samuel 17 Preached on Sunday, July 29, 2012 This is one of the most difficult sermons I have ever had to preach. I thought it would be Wednesday evening’s Bible Study, but the Lord would not let me escape preaching it on Sunday morning. The story found in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lions, Bears And Giants, Oh My!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013
     | 4,899 views

    What kind of strength are you getting from your personal devotions?

    1 Sam 17:34-37 34 And David said unto Saul, Thy servant kept his father's sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock: 35 And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting The Enemy From Far Off Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 6, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,252 views

    A tactical preview of how we have to change our strategy for fighting our battles.

    Fighting the Enemy from Far off Part II The battle of Elah: -- While the Philistines were posted on the stony hills covered with brushwood which bounded the valley on the south, Saul and his army were posted on a similar stony ridge on its northern side. The valley, one of the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fighting The Enemy From Far Off Pt. 3 Series

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,357 views

    A tactical preview of how we have to change our strategy for fighting our battles.

    Fighting the Enemy from Far off Pt. 3 1 Samuel 17: 20-37 Introduction This story is one of great value and substance; it shows us how the enemy comes to fight the church and provokes us to think that there are many ways to fight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stones In The Shepherd’s Scrip

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Mar 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,733 views

    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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    The Craziest Kid Ever Series

    Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,100 views

    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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    Get Out Of Your Tent!

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,176 views

    Your hands were not trained to tidy up a tent. Your hands were trained for war! In order to accomplish God’s purpose in your life you have to Get Out of Your Tent!

    “Time To Tear Down The Tents or Get Out of Your Tent” Text: 1 Samuel 17:1a; 2-11; 20-24; 28-29 I. Introduction This is certainly not a new story. You have read and reread this story since you were young. The overpowered, underdog, teenage boy defeats the highly trained, extremely armed, NBA ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal