Sermons about 1 Samuel 17:32-52

"David - Be A Giant Killer" Part 3 Of 12 Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 28, 2003

based on 25 ratings

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Everyone faces “Giants” in their lives: Impossible situations, people, relationships or differences, Irresistible temptations or sins, Possible haunting memories of the past - Giants.

Pastor Dave Martin, Cross Creek Community Church, June 1, 2003 “David – Be a Giant Killer” Part 3 1Sam 17 (Be reading & studying 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, 1Kings 1-2) Review from Previous weeks: ** Prerequisite for God’s blessing is being a person after God’s own heart! ** Proof of having a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Bible Church

Courage And Discernment Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 6, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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This is and adaptation of a book by John Maxwell on leadership.

I. We have talked about character, commitment, communication, and competence, and there is no way that I can say how important those things are, but the list of things that we need to be concerned with about leadership does not stop there by any means. A. If we are going to lead in our family, at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16, 1 Samuel 17:51-53

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Obstacles Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jun 14, 2003

based on 49 ratings

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Courage, confidence, and deep faith help us overcome life’s obstacles.

Sermon for 2 Pent Yr B, 22/06/2003 1 Sam 17:32-49; 2 Cor 6:1-13; Mk 4:35-41 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Today’s first lesson is perhaps one of the most popular biblical stories—especially among Sunday School children. Although some today would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, 1 Samuel 17:32-49

Denomination: Lutheran

Got Rocks

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jun 25, 2003

based on 23 ratings

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When you have giants, you use hat you have and what you know. Mainly you remember who is with you.

( When I gave this message, Holy Spirit took over this basic text and gave several powerful connections which really grabbed the congregation, I pray God will do he same for you. The actual scripture read was using lectionary Year B - June 22nd) Got Rocks? So to paraphrase this long scripture, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-49

Denomination: Congregational

Slaying Goliath

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 30, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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We all come face to face with "Goliaths" in our lives. Like David, we too can conquer them and be victorous!

POINTS OF TRUTH Christian Ministries Crusade Church of God www.pointsoftruth.com The battle lines were drawn. Across a great valley, the army of the Lord faced their enemy, the Philistines. The mighty army of the Lord was in full battle array, shouting the war cry, and waiting anxiously ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Killing The Giant Of Criticism Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Mar 15, 2004

based on 26 ratings

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Like us, David had to face other giants before he got to Goliath. Practical tips on dealing with critics.

Killing the Giant of Criticism 1 Samuel 17:25-28 When the Israelites saw the man, they all ran from him in great fear. Now the Israelites had been saying, "Do you see how this man keeps coming out? He comes out to defy Israel. The king will give great wealth to the man who kills him. He will also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:25-37, 1 Samuel 16:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Help Somebody Is Trying To Criticize Me

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2004

based on 24 ratings

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This sermon deals with the criticism we may face from others. It’s not a reason for us to give up.

Help, Somebody Is Criticizing Me. 3/28/04 1 Samuel 17:17-37 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 Is there anybody here who has ever been criticized before? Criticism has the power to make us remember things we would just as soon forget. In my twelve years of high school, four years of college, one year of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David And The Fiery Furnace

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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This sermon looks at the examples of David and the three Hebrew boys and finds four charateristics of Courage.

I. Introduction a. Christians are in need of courage today. b. Nathan Hale epitomized courage when he said, “My only regret is that I have but one life to give for my country.” c. We are all in the midst of a battle, and we need the courage to stand up for Jesus. d. We can look to a boy named ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50, Daniel 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Five Smooth Stones

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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We don’t fight a flesh and blood giant with natural weapons, so what do the five smooth stones of David symbolize for me? How can I use them effectively against my giants?

1 Sam 17:40 ¶ 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. Here are what I believe these 5 smooth stones represent in the life of the child of God (CALLED) 1 Cor 1:9 God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

May The Force Be With You Series

Contributed by Jack Brown on Aug 7, 2002

based on 33 ratings

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Part two of the "Holding Out for a Hero" series, examining the story of David and Goliath and asking "What are the giants we face and how do find victory instead of defeat?"

HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO “May the Force Be With You” Wouldn’t it be great to have super powers? Wouldn’t you like to wake up one morning to find you had, in the words of the old Superman TV show… “powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men?” To be faster than a speeding bullet… More ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Champions Are Made, Not Born Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004

based on 40 ratings

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David, Pt. 2 of 15

CHAMPIONS ARE MADE, NOT BORN (1 SAMUEL 17:21-49) Hockey’s Great One, Wayne Gretzky, was asked, “What is it that separates great champions from the near-great?” He replied, “My goodness, I don’t know. If I did, I’d bottle it up and sell it.” (“What do Jeff Gordon, Martina Navratilova, Bob Knight and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:21-49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

David Series

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Jun 22, 2004

based on 19 ratings

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Series on Bible Characters.

INTRODUCTION: 1. David was not a soldier at this time. 2. He was considered too insignificant. 3. He was only a shepherd. 4. “When others see a shepherd-boy, God may see a king!” 5. Why did David fight Goliath? I. HE BELIEVED THAT THERE WAS A CAUSE--3-12 A. The enemy of God’s people (3-10) 1) His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-52

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Atheism

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 7, 2004

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We are opposed to atheists and their impact on our society, but is it possible that we are atheists in the way we act? How can we keep from becoming practical atheists?

Passage: I Samuel 17 Intro: If you want to stir up the Christian community, talk about atheists and atheism. 1. we know the definition well; those who do not believe that God exists. 2. as a unified group, take responsibility for all kinds of mischief. 3. prayer in schools, ten commandments ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Overcomers

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001

based on 58 ratings

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Just like in the life of David, obstacles will come our way, but how will we overcome our obstacles and struggles, the giants of our lives?

“OVERCOMERS” I SAMUEL 17: 41-51 JANUARY 14, 2001 INTRODUCTION: What was your New Years Resolution? Congregational response: New Years Resolutions are really about overcoming Life struggles/Life Obstacles. Church Struggles are just the same. They are opportunities to overcome. TRANSITION ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:41-51

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Giant Problems In Our Familiy Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jun 6, 2002

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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

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