Sermons on 1 Samuel 21:1-15:

Becoming Men Of Integrity

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 10, 2019

This is a Men's Day sermon for an inner-city church facing issues of poverty and legalization of marijuana in their community. It looks at David and his meeting with Ahimelek. David's lack of integrity had painful consequences.

Becoming Men Of Integrity 1 Samuel 21:1-9 Luke 13:31-35 11/8/2019 When you hear the word integrity, what other words come into your mind. Some words I think of are honesty, faithfulness, keeping your word, trustworthy, consistent, dependable, caring, righteous, justice and steadfast. Men ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9, Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David As A Fugitive Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 17, 2019

First Samuel 21:1-15 shows the foolishness of a believer gripped by fear.

Scripture God rejected Saul as king over Israel because of his disobedience, and chose David instead, although he was not immediately coronated. Because of David’s growing popularity with the people, Saul became extremely jealous of David, and tried to kill him. Eventually, Saul’s son Jonathan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It’s The Times In Between

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 25, 2021

Take note here as how we read the entrance to self effort! This is when David is only relying on David! How many can relate to the words David is using to describe the condition of his life?

It’s the Times In Between... 1 Samuel 21:10-15 NKJ 10 Then David arose and fled that day from before Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath. 11 And the servants of Achish said to him, “Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another in dances, saying: ‘Saul has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Psalm 56:1-13, 1 Samuel 21:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narrow Escape

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 6, 2021

This is what fear would do in your life, it is more dangerous than Corona virus, the only vaccine for this is the Word of God. Are you listening?

Close call 1 Samuel 21:10”Then David arose and fled that day from Saul, and went to Achish king of Gath.” Have you had a close call in your life, I mean a big boulder would have fallen on your head if not for the sudden intervention of your friend who saved you from being killed, or a lorry that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Appetites And Fears Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 15, 2015

david was hungry and scared which caused him to lie

Open your Bibles to 1 Samuel Chapter 21…. We have noted from Chapter 18 of 1 Samuel that David became a well-known hero in Israel after defeating Goliath and many Philistine armies. We also noted that King Saul was jealous of David. At the end of 1 Samuel chapter 20 David had to run away because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bread And Swords Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014

This is the ninth message in my series on David. The house of the Lord always adds much to us when we come to worship. Sometimes our motives are not the best but God still works out the rough places of our character by His grace.

DAVID—A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART 09—BREAD AND SWORDS TEXT: 1 Samuel 21:1-6, 8-9 1 Samuel 21:1-6 KJV Then came David to Nob to Ahimelech the priest: and Ahimelech was afraid at the meeting of David, and said unto him, Why art thou alone, and no man with thee? [2] And David ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Will Bless The Lord At All Times- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 11, 2022

You and I can bless the Lord and gain the benefit of knowing One who is faithful in all of our situations and we will receive strength for our souls as we listen to the Word of God.

Tonight, I will bless the Lord at all times, from Psalm 34 verse 1. King David exemplifies a lifestyle of worshipping the Lord regardless of circumstances. Another Old Testament character named Job will also be seen to worship God in the most severe trials of life. You and I can bless the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1, 1 Samuel 21:10-15, 2 Samuel 6:12-22

Green Olive Tree

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Sep 17, 2021

Why does David compare himself to a olive tree? Olive trees have got lot of significance in early Israel. Olive trees are one of the most familiar trees in the entire Middle East. A bread and olive oil, often dipped first into a mixture of herbs and salt would make a simple Palestinian breakfast.

Psalm 52:8 - I am like a green olive tree in the house of God Here, David declares of himself that he was a green olive tree in the house of God. To understand this verse, we need to understand: A. The background of the psalm B. The significance of olive trees A. Background of Psalm 52. Psalm 52 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16, Jeremiah 11:16, John 15:2, Isaiah 11:1, Psalm 37:6, 1 Samuel 22:6-23, 1 Samuel 21:1-9, Matthew 13:43, Psalm 52:8  (view more)  (view less)

I Am With You In The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 28, 2020

Psalm 34 is a gift from David to us. It gives us a rare and honest glimpse into the heart of a Godly man who was overwhelmed by fear and fatigue and for a moment panicked … just as we are being constantly being overwhelmed and worn down by what seems like a non-stop barrage of bad news lately.

It seemed like just another day in the sleepy little town of Gath. Merchants selling their wares in the little local market. People standing in front of the shops, discussing the latest news and gossip. Small town folks just going about another typical day … when “they” appeared. Now … any ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-9, 1 Samuel 21:10-15, 1 Samuel 17:46-47, 2 Kings 6:11-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Fugitive- Deception And Fear Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 21, 2023

This is the 4th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#4] FUGITIVE- DECEPTION AND FEAR 1 Samuel 21:1-9 Introduction: David had already been anointed as King; but instead of being the acting King, he was a fugitive. For many chapters, we watch David run and hide. Over the next 4 weeks, we are going to look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Fugitive- Compromise And Humiliation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 21, 2023

This is the 5th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#5] FUGITIVE- COMPROMISE AND HUMILIATION 1 Samuel 21:10-15 Introduction: David had already been anointed as King; but instead of being the acting King, he was a fugitive. For many chapters, we watch David run and hide. This is the 2nd of 4 weeks looking at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Difficult Doeg Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 10, 2022

Difficult people are everywhere around us. Difficult people may be us. How do we act and react?

THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID DIFFICULT DOEG 1 SAMUEL 21:1-9, 22:6-23, PSALM 52 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION We are currently in a time when we are looking deeper at the life of King David in the Bible. His life is given to us as a gift in that we see the ups and downs of his life in detail. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:6-23, 1 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clever Striking PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Emphasize the importance of staying in tune with God, obeying His quick revelations, and trusting in His deliverance.

Good morning, beloved! Today, we’re diving into a lesson straight from the pages of 1 Samuel, a lesson about obeying those quick revelations from God, about His deliverance, and how staying in sync with Him can guide our steps. You see, in our walk with God, it’s pivotal to remain in tune, to hear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:12-15

Topics: Reward, Obeying, Revelatory Unctions

Divine Help In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 29, 2025

David's experience at Nob teaches us that God always provides help, strength, and weapons for life’s battles. Even in distress, we must trust in His divine provisions and equipping.

DIVINE HELP IN TIMES OF TROUBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 21:1-9 "And the priest answered David and said, There is no common bread under mine hand, but there is hallowed bread; if the young men have kept themselves at least from women." – 1 Samuel 21:4 (KJV) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord Of The Sabbath - Servant Of Mercy - Matthew 12:1-21 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 3, 2025

JESUS reveals that God's heart gives priority to mercy over ritual, rest over burden, and compassion over condemnation. JESUS redefines true Sabbath rest, corrects legalistic distortions, and fulfills the Servant prophecy with a ministry of gentle justice and mercy.

2025.05.04.Sermon Notes. Matthew 12.1-21 LORD OF THE SABBATH-SERVANT OF MERCY William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 12:1-21, Mark 2:25-28, 1 Samuel 21:1-6, Hosea 6:6, Mark 2:27, BIG IDEA: JESUS reveals that God's heart gives priority to mercy over ritual, rest over burden, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-21, Mark 2:25-28, 1 Samuel 21:1-6, Hosea 6:6, Mark 2:27, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational