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  • Bob Hostetler avatar

    A Heart Like Jonathan Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 13, 2001
    based on 188 ratings
     | 29,931 views

    First in a series of "Heart-to-Heart Talks on Relationships," this one about friendship

    HEART TALKS: A Heart Like Jonathan (Friendship) 1 Samuel 20 Long before there was a Batman and Robin, long before there was Calvin and Hobbes, long before there was Tom and Huck, Charlie Brown and Snoopy, Bert and Ernie, Ren and Stimpy, Beavis and Butthead, there were two friends whose ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mike Richardson avatar

    The Empty Seat

    Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 16, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 13,604 views

    Bro. J D will be missed and his pew, his dinner seat, and his favorite reclining chair shall be empty.

    I Samuel 20:16-18 “The Empty Seat!” Intro: This is to date the hardest sermon I’ve ever had to write! My love and sympathy to Ms. Ruth, and Dan & Mary, and Jody & Michelle. I. THE EMPTY SEAT IN OUR HEARTS! A. Bro. J D reserved a place in our hearts by his: 1) Service – A true ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Best Freinds Series

    Contributed by W F on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,241 views

    Jonathan and David show us how to build, strengthen and continue our friendships (Part 3 in "Fresh Lessons From Former Leaders.")

    FRESH LESSONS FROM FORMER LEADERS “Jonathan and David - Best Friends” 1 Samuel 20 In yesterday’s West Australian Newspaper Hugh Mackay quotes an Edith Cowan University study which shows the depth of Australian anxiety and insecurity. In the land of the long weekend - - normally know for it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Greg Hanson avatar

    Building Your Alliances Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,963 views

    What are the indications of strong, healthy friendships?

    Shera and I watched on Thursday evening as Christie voted out of the Amazon on Survivor. Her mistake? She refused to join a solid alliance. She had the opportunity, but she simply wouldn’t commit herself. As a result, people thought she was flip-flopping and not to be trusted, so they voted her ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Jonathan - Covenant Friend Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008
    based on 44 ratings
     | 27,436 views

    Looks at Jonathan and the characteristics of true friendship and the need for that in our lives.

    Jonathan – Covenant Friend A Covenant friend is Committed (v. 18:1-4; 20:16-42) A Covenant friend is Loyal (v. 4) A Covenant friend is Accountable (v. 8) A Covenant friend is Honest (v. 9-15) A Covenant Friend is Christ Centered (many verses, Lord) Jonathon is a good example of a Covenant ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Relationships That Work!

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 9,590 views

    Relationships that work and last for eternity are steered by honesty and authenticity. They are also maintained by a commitment that will last for eternity. The only way they can endure the test of time is for them to be formed and based in God’s love.

    Relationships that Work! Thesis: Relationships that work and last for eternity are steered by honesty and authenticity. They are also maintained by a commitment that will last for eternity. The only way they can endure the test of time is for them to be formed and based in God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    David And Jonathan Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 29,379 views

    Here is the story of a friendship that transcends personal ambition, family differences and even the circumstances of war. It’s a friendship based on a recognition of God’s will for his people Israel, expressed through one man, David. It’s a friendship th

    Well, it’s been 3 weeks since we looked at the story of David and Goliath and a lot has happened since then. If you remember David came along at just the right time for Saul and the Israelite army. The Israelites were being humiliated by the Philistines and their champion Goliath, but David, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mike Rexroat avatar

    The Friendship Of David And Jonathan Series

    Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Jul 31, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 25,766 views

    A look at an example of the friendship between David and Jonathan.

    We talked last week a little bit about music and how powerful a medium it is so I thought that we would start out today with a little bit of a game...we’re going to be talking today about friendship and loyalty so let me ask you a question...name some songs where friendship is a theme. Think of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gregg Bitter avatar

    Friendship Excelling In Love: A Case Study Of Jonathan And David

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,417 views

    David & Jonathan illustrate key traits of friendship. But this is more than a how-to lesson on friendship. Their friendship reflects the Friend who sticks closer than a brother. (A) The characteristics of friendship (B) The failures of earthly friendship

    Text: 1 Samuel 20:12-17 Theme: Friendship Excelling in Love: A Case Study of Jonathan and David A. The characteristics of friendship B. The failures of earthly friendship Season: Easter 5c Date: May 2, 2010 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Soul Brothers

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 22, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,996 views

    What does it mean to become a soul brother or sister? It means you love the Lord, you love one another, and it means your love endures for generation to generation.

    Sunday, February 25, 2009 “Soul Brothers” I Samuel 20: 17 – 23 Within our experience, the use of the following nouns is very common: soul brother, soul sister, soul food, soul mate, soul force, soul music, just to name a few. While the terminology may be unique to our African ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Boyne avatar

    Real Friendship

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,286 views

    There are some friends who would give of themselves to make you succeed. Jesus is such a friend.

    Real Friendship August 21, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: There are some friends who would give of themselves to make you succeed. Jesus is such a friend. Focus Passage: I Samuel 20:1-42 Supplemental Passage: "Greater love has no one than ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Testing Loyalty Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 30, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 29,822 views

    David put his covenant friendship with Jonathan to the test. He does so by putting his life in Jonathan's hand. It is the occasion for a confirmation of the covenant between them & also of a very sad parting.

    The Life of David: David's Early Years 1 SAMUEL 20:1-23 TESTING LOYALTY This is a sad chapter in the lives of Saul, Jonathan and David. David goes to Jonathan convinced that Saul is intent on putting him to death. David is seeking to learn what he has done to cause Saul to feel this way ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T. Michael Crews avatar

    With Friends Like This

    Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,061 views

    An Exposition of 1 Sam. 20

    With Friends Like This 1 Sam. 20 Pastor Stu Webber relates a story from his youth in 1967. We were at war with Vietnam. And there I was, at the U.S. Army Ranger School at Fort Benning, Georgia. I can still hear the raspy voice of the sergeant: "We are here to save your lives. We’re going to see to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jonathan's Warning Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 3, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,597 views

    1 Samuel 20:1-42 shows us Jonathan warning David about Saul's determination to kill David.

    Scripture God rejected Saul as king over Israel because of Saul’s disobedience. God chose David instead, and the Prophet Samuel anointed David as the future king over Israel. Even though David saved Israel from Goliath and the Philistines armies, Saul became extremely jealous of David. Saul’s son, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    In The Midst Of Trials Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,390 views

    daily love god and one another in spite of hardships

    Before we celebrate our relationship with God through Jesus Christ today in Communion, let us continue to learn from the Book of 1 Samuel. Please open your Bibles to chapter 20 of 1 Samuel….. The chapter is a bit long but we need to read all 42 verses to understand the story and grasp ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible