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  • James D. Thornber avatar

    The Trouble With Success Series

    Contributed by James D. Thornber on Dec 26, 2013
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    We would like to think that after killing Goliath, David would be well-liked and admired by everyone in Israel. But the problem with success is it brings its own set of difficulties. How we handle these difficulties shows our character vefore God.

    The Trouble With Success 1 Samuel 18:1-16 How many like to think that when good things are happening that everyone will like us and want to rejoice with us? Most people will. But there will be people, even in the church, who will be jealous of our victories, and how we handle this jealousy and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith Partners Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 27, 2015
     | 6,841 views

    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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    Covenant Characteristics Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2015
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    Sharing 5 characteristics of a covenant relationship (Material adapted from Gary Chapman's book, Covenant Marriage; chapter 2 Covenant Marriages, pgs. 13- 24)

    HoHum: A man and woman, both 60 years old, had just spent the day celebrating 40 years of marriage. They got home and were examining their gifts when all of a sudden an angel appeared and said, “Because you two have been such a loving couple all these years, the Lord is going to give each of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Characteristics Of A True Friend

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 6, 2014
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    True friendship is a gift of God, and a person who has a true friend should be thankful and appreciate that friendship. David and Jonathan are a beautiful picture of what true friendship is. What are the characteristics of a true friend?

    Characteristics of a True Friend 1 Samuel 18:1 - 4 True friendship is a gift of God, and a person who has a true friend should be thankful and appreciate that friendship. CS Lewis said that friends are people that face in the same direction toward common projects, goals – above all, towards ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    The Value Of A True Friend Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,860 views

    The fifth message in the series on the life of David. This one deals with the friendship he had with Jonathon.

    DAVID—A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART 05—THE VALUE OF A TRUE FRIEND TEXT: 1 Samuel 18:1-4 1 Samuel 18:1-4 KJV And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. [2] ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Landmine Of Animosity Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 27, 2010
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    This series is based on Charles Stanley’s book "Landmines". The two messages on SC are two landmines which Dr. Stanley did not include. I highly recommend readding his book.

    The Landmine of Animosity 1 Samuel 18:1-30 * It was May 12, 1970, when Army Corporal Robert Earl Green of Purvis, MS, was killed in the Vietnam War. We were told that he stepped on a landmine. Although they sent his body home, the casket was unopened because of the damage to Bobby’s body. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be A Friend

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 3, 2010
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    Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.

    1Sa 18:1 And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 1Sa 18:2 And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s house. 1Sa 18:3 Then Jonathan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Steps To Self Destruction Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 7, 2010
     | 10,413 views

    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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    A Father's Failure

    Contributed by Ryan Davis on Sep 26, 2005
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     | 3,836 views

    Many men are like King Davis, in that they manage to be good at a lot of things, but yet fail as a father

    A Father’s Failure 1st Samuel 18:33 And the king was much moved, and went up to the chamber over the gate, and wept: and as he went, thus he said, O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom! would God I had died for thee, O Absalom, my son, my son! What we have in our text is a good man who is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Intimacy: Building Strong Friendships Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,222 views

    Love is the context for intimacy. Commitment is the promise of intimacy, and trust is the anchor and precondition for intimacy.

    When I was young, I like to go to the bookstore’s cards section and browse the cards. • I like to read the words – especially cards for the different occasions like graduation, wedding, sympathy, love or friendships. • The words are beautiful and well-thought out. But I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Love: The Four Types Of Love Series

    Contributed by Paul Basehore on Feb 10, 2016
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     | 32,929 views

    Of the four types of love, only one can be chosen -- Agape. God did this intentionally because Agape is the most powerful, and echoes the love He has for us.

    Last week we began our series on the L Word with lust, as an example of what love is not. That means that tonight we will begin to learn about what love is. But which love are we talking about? If that question doesn’t make sense, don’t worry -- you’re not alone. We only have one ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joshua Blackmon avatar

    The Benefits Of Biblical Friendship

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 29, 2025
     | 250 views

    Biblical friendship is not optional—it’s essential. It reflects the very heart of God, who created us for koinonia, gave us a Friend in Jesus, and calls us to love one another in the same way.

    The Benefits of Biblical Friendship "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time." – Proverbs 17:17 (CSB) Introduction We live in a world where friendships are often casual, self-serving, or shallow. Yet in Scripture, true friendship is not just ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    When Things Don’t Go Your Way—let Your Character Speak

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 9, 2022
     | 4,137 views

    This sermon looks at the life of Jonathan and the importance of his character and his desire to obtain what's best for God's people.

    When Things Don’t Go Your Way—Let Your Character Speak 1 Samuel 18:1-4 Romans 12:1-2 9/12/2022 Have you ever had something coming to you that was rightfully yours and should have been given to you, but somehow you didn’t receive it. It could have been a promotion on a job that went to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Cuando Las Cosas No Salen Como Quieres, Deja Que Tu Personaje Hable

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 9, 2022
     | 1,715 views

    Este sermón analiza la vida de Jonatán y la importancia de su carácter y su deseo de obtener lo mejor para el pueblo de Dios.

    Cuando las cosas no salen como quieres, deja que tu personaje hable 1 Samuel 18:1-4 Romanos 12:1-2 12/09/2022 ¿Alguna vez te ha llegado algo que era legítimamente tuyo y debería haberte sido dado, pero de alguna manera no lo recibiste? Podría haber sido un ascenso en un ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    When Things Don't Go Your Way—hayaan Ang Iyong Karakter Na Magsalita

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 9, 2022
     | 2,152 views

    Tinitingnan ng sermon na ito ang buhay ni Jonathan at ang kahalagahan ng kanyang pagkatao at ang kanyang pagnanais na matamo ang pinakamainam para sa bayan ng Diyos.

    When Things Don't Go Your Way—Hayaan ang Iyong Karakter na Magsalita 1 Samuel 18:1-4 Roma 12:1-2 9/12/2022 Naranasan mo na bang magkaroon ng isang bagay na dumating sa iyo na nararapat sa iyo at dapat na ibinigay sa iyo, ngunit kahit papaano ay hindi mo ito natanggap. Maaaring ito ay isang ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed