Sermons on 1 Samuel 7:2-11:

Commitment, Confession & Challenge Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 16, 2011

This chapter contains three challenges to Israel and to any man, church, or country that desires to have spiritual life revived.

1 SAMUEL 7: 1-13 COMMITMENT, CONFESSION AND CHALLENGE [Zechariah 12:12-14] It was time for revival once again. The state of both religious and national life had slipped to a new low. Yes, there had been at least five different reprieves during the wretched days of Judges. During those days ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Right Relationship With God. Series

Contributed by Dr Kory Letoa on Mar 29, 2012

Let go everything for God sake.

Getting Right With God “And as Samuel was offering up the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to battle against Israel; but the LORD thundered with a great thunder on that day upon the Philistines, and discomfited them; and they were smitten before Israel.” (1 Samuel 7:10) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:10

Denomination: Holiness

1 Samuel 7:2-4 Series

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Nov 22, 2014

1 samuel 7:2-4

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Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-4

Denomination: *other

1 Samuel 7:2-4 Series

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Nov 22, 2014

1 samuel 7:2-4

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Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-4

Denomination: *other

Overcoming The Enemy

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 6, 2016

To climb back up the mountain of righteousness one must throw off complacency and embrace a genuine desire to seek and obtain forgiveness through confession. Turn from your evil ways, cry out to God for mercy and pray that He who summoned the enemy might also defeat them!

OVERCOMING THE ENEMY 1 Samuel 7:1-13 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 We have all faced trials and tribulations in our lifetime that have been extremely painful. James 4:2-4 tells us to consider these trials pure joy because when we respond to trials by staying steadfast ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Ebenezer Stone

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 10, 2017

This sermon is about Jesus as our Ebenezer stone and what it means, along with discussing the importance of Samuel's statement, "Thus far the Lord has helped."

Our Ebenezer Stone 1 Samuel 7:12 Whenever we hear the name, Ebenezer, our minds automatically go to Christmas and Charles Dickens’, “A Christmas Carol,” and its main character, Ebenezer Scrooge. But there is another Ebenezer, one that is far more famous, but far less known. It’s also not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-14

Denomination: Foursquare

Return To God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2015

See the blessing of repentance and seek His presence in prayer.

Israel is weak, politically and spiritually. • Politically they have been suffering under the threat of the Philistines, for decades. • They are at war with them in chapters 4-6, and now 20 years later, in chapter 7 they are still at war. • How long do they need to fight on? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Never Meant For You To Lose

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 31, 2018

At a place called Ebenezer, Israel lost 34,000 men and their faith in God. After 20 years of misery, they faced the same battlefield and the same enemy. But this time they had victory. Did God want them defeated the first time? No! And God never meant for YOU to lose either!

GOD NEVER MEANT FOR YOU TO LOSE 1 Sam 7:2-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: B. TEXT 4:1Now Israel went out to battle against the Philistines, and encamped beside Ebenezer. 2 Israel was defeated by the Philistines, who killed about four thousand men. [Israel brought the Ark of the Covenant to the battle.] ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lord, Our Ebenezer

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Mar 25, 2021

The Lord Ebenezer is such a beautiful name to call. There is a spiritual energy that infuses us, there is a quickening of our spirit and our faith, there is a joy that replaces sadness, weariness and discouragement, when we remember how far the Lord has helped us.

Introduction When a baby is born, the parents try to pick the perfect name for their child. In some cases and places, the grandparents as well as another close family member or family friend, gives the baby a name. That is how the baby gets his or her name. What about God? How does God come about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Religion Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

Religion imprisons in ritual, Jesus frees us through our willingness to surrender all to Him

We continue our series of escape by looking at another area of ourselves that keeps us from experiencing the freedom Jesus’ coming and rising offer us. The last couple of weeks we spoke about escaping bad decisions and the shame/guilt that accompanies them, this week I’d like to explore how to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:30, 2 Chronicles 7:14-17, Isaiah 59:1-2, Jeremiah 29:13, Matthew 11:28-30, Mark 14:28, 1 Samuel 7:2-4, James 4:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ebenezer ~ My Stone Of Help

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Sep 18, 2024

Today, we explore the powerful symbol of the "Ebenezer" stone, a testament to God's unfailing help in our toughest battles. Let’s reflect on how the Lord remains our "stone of help," guiding us through every challenge to victory.

Intro: Amen! Hallelujah! Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. God is good, and His mercy endures forever. Amen! Turn to your neighbor and say, "It’s wonderful to be in the house of the Lord." Tell them, "My helper", "My stone", ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-2, 1 Samuel 7:15-17, 1 Samuel 4:1-11, 1 Samuel 7:3-11, 1 Samuel 7:12, 1 Peter 2:6, Romans 8:31  (view more)  (view less)

Josh's Journey Through The Silence: Spirituality In The Making

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

This is an example of story preaching based upon 1 Samuel 1-7, incorporating a combination of several stories, both biblical and non-biblical.

Following the pastoral prayer, the minister of music prepared to lead the people in a hymn of praise. As the pastor reflected upon the worship service and the sermon he was to preach, his mind drifted to the text for his sermon. It was the first passage of scripture he had heard read from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Enigma Of Obed Edom

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 2, 2024

The enigma of Obed Edom, who was a Gittite (a citizen of Gath), and was also a Levite. And on top of that Obed Edom means a Servant of Edom, a kingdom that was an arch enemy to Israel

Story: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. They set up their tent and fell asleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke his faithful friend. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions of stars." "What does that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, 1 Samuel 7:1-12, 1 Chronicles 26:4-8, 1 Chronicles 15:16-24, 1 Chronicles 16:37-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Turn To Jesus Series

Contributed by John Bright on Sep 4, 2021

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

"Turn to Jesus" Luke 8:22-25 A Sermon for 8/15/21 Pastor John Bright If you are a fan of sports movies, you may have already seen the movie entitled, “Greater” that was released in 2016. (link for the trailer) https://youtu.be/gfmygLVJETU Now if you are not a football fan than it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25, 1 Samuel 7:7, 1 John 5:15, Jeremiah 29:12-13, Psalm 66:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Spiritual Battle And Demons' Opposition To Godly Altars Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 18, 2025

When a godly altar is established, it can also attract opposition from the spiritual realm.

In the Bible, altars play a significant role in the spiritual lives of believers. An altar represents a sacred space where individuals or communities come to worship, offer sacrifices, and seek God's presence. However, when a godly altar is established, it can also attract opposition from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:10