Sermons on 2 Samuel 1:1-5:12:

David Is Named King Of Judah In Hebron Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 27, 2023

David had waited such a long time, for God’s promise given to him through the prophet Samuel. The promise was simple: You will be king. The moment has come, and David becomes King at Hebron over the tribe of Judah.

David trusted God for years and years. He trusted God as his enemies closed in around him. He trusted God as he lived in caves. He trusted God even when he was alone and on the run. He trusted God when Saul tried to kill him. He trusted God when he was an outcast. At last, the time had come. David ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

David Made King Of The Entire Nation Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2023

In our own lives we need to be courageous. Show courage in difficult situations. Don’t give up when times get hard. Keep fighting the good fight. Bring it to God in prayer. Take a deep breath. Sorrows may endure, but joy comes in the morning.

Israel is in a vicious civil conflict, between Judah in the south, and the rest of Israel in the north. David commands from the city of Hebron in the south, and Ish-Bosheth is in charge in the north. Abner was Ish-Bosheth’s main military leader, but he was insulted by his leader, and shifted sides ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 2 Samuel 4:1-12

Denomination: Salvation Army

Civil War Between King David And Ish-Bosheth: Abner Switches Sides Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2023

The civil war continues between the remnants of the house of Saul and David’s forces. The war was fierce and brutal. But slowly David gained the upper hand.

The civil war continues between the remnants of the house of Saul and David’s forces. The war was fierce and brutal. But slowly David gained the upper hand. As it says in verse 1 of 2nd Samuel 3: “The war between the house of Saul and the house of David lasted a long time. David grew stronger and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

How Are The Mighty Fallen!

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 14, 2024

2 SAMUEL 1:17. "David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and over Jonathan his son."

HOW ARE THE MIGHTY FALLEN! 2 Samuel 1:1, 2 Samuel 1:17-27. The first verse of the second book of Samuel follows on from the report of the death of King Saul and his three sons at the end of the previous book. They died in a battle against the Philistines in Mount Gilboa (cf. 1 Samuel 31:1-6). At ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1, 2 Samuel 1:17-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Third Anointing Of David: King Over All Israel.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 21, 2024

The LORD of hosts was with him. 2 Samuel 5:10.

THE THIRD ANOINTING OF DAVID: KING OVER ALL ISRAEL. 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 2 Samuel 5:9-10. After the LORD had rejected Saul from being king (cf. 1 Samuel 15:23), the LORD sent Samuel to anoint David (cf. 1 Samuel 16:1). The LORD had sought Him ‘a man after His own heart’ (cf. 1 Samuel 13:14), and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 2 Samuel 5:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Plan For Your Accelerated Promotion SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores the three anointings of David as a roadmap for understanding how God brings about accelerated promotion in the lives of believers. Through a process of testing and graduation, from little to much, we can reach a place of Divine Trust.

In this sermon, we will explore the three anointings of David, which illustrate how God brings about divine acceleration and promotion in the life of a believer. These anointings serve as tests and steps towards gaining God's divine trust. Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12-13 God chose David, who was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:3

Topics: Anointing, Divine Acceleration, Promotion

Responding To The Fall Of A Leader Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

David did not take advantage of Saul’s fall to promote himself, nor did he speak evil of the dead. Instead, he mourned with dignity and expressed honour to God’s anointed.

RESPONDING TO THE FALL OF A LEADER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 1:1-27 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, 1 Chronicles 10:13-14, Matthew 5:44, Romans 12:15 INTRODUCTION: The death of a leader is often a defining moment in the life of a nation, an organisation, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Orders Your Steps Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

The story of David in 2 Samuel 2 shows that divine direction is the bedrock of spiritual success.

WHEN GOD ORDERS YOUR STEPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 2:1-32 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Romans 8:14, Genesis 12:1-4 INTRODUCTION: After the death of Saul, a major shift occurred in Israel. David had every reason to seize the throne by force—he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:1-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Letting Go Of Personal Ambition For God’s Agenda Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

Ambition in itself is not evil. However, when personal ambition is allowed to override God's agenda, it leads to division, betrayal, and destruction.

LETTING GO OF PERSONAL AMBITION FOR GOD’S AGENDA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 3:1-39 Supporting Texts: James 3:14-17, Philippians 2:3-8, Proverbs 16:2, Psalm 75:6-7, Romans 12:10 INTRODUCTION: Ambition in itself is not evil. However, when personal ambition is allowed to override ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:1-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Does Not Reward Treachery Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

Treachery may appear as a shortcut to favour or advancement in the eyes of men, but it is despised by God.

GOD DOES NOT REWARD TREACHERY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 4:1-12 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 20:22, Romans 12:19, Psalm 101:7, Matthew 5:8, Galatians 6:7 INTRODUCTION: Treachery may appear as a shortcut to favour or advancement in the eyes of men, but it is despised by God. In 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 4:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Establishing Your God-Given Kingdom Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

True elevation in God's kingdom is not random; it is the result of divine timing, preparation, obedience, and consistency in character.

ESTABLISHING YOUR GOD-GIVEN KINGDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 5:1-25 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Peter 5:6, Proverbs 21:31, Isaiah 60:22, Deuteronomy 28:13 INTRODUCTION: The journey to kingship for David was long and filled with trials, rejection, and delay. But in 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Tell It Not In Gath

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Apr 22, 2025

I was born a Muslim and one thing I have noticed between the two religions( Christianity and Islam) is this: In Islam there is espirit décor, the spirit of brotherhood/ brotherhood is not in Christianity rather we look for means of bringing ourselves down

TELL IT NOT IN GATH, PUBLISH IT NOT IN THE STREET OF ASKELON. Text: 2. Sam. 1:17-27. And David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and over Jonathan his son: 18 (Also he bade them teach the children of Judah the use of the bow: behold, it is written in the book of Jasher.) 19 The beauty of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace Too Late

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 15, 2025

Abner’s delayed surrender and Joab’s proud revenge reveal how pride postpones peace—but David’s mercy shows the heart of true kingship.

Introduction – A Name That Holds Two Stories My name is David Abner—two names that once stood on opposite sides of a kingdom. One carried the harp and the crown. The other carried the sword and the seal of command. Two men, both strong, both loyal, both flawed, whose paths met too late for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:18-23, 2 Samuel 3:12-39, 1 Kings 2:5-6, Romans 12:18-21, Matthew 5:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Good Grief: How The Mighty Have Fallen - 1 Samuel 31:11-2 Samuel 1:27 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 25, 2025

David didn’t celebrate Saul’s death—he wept, fasted, and wrote a song. Learn 3 biblical truths about godly grief from the man after God’s own heart.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction: How did David get Saul’s crown and armband? The writer has been making a concerted effort to exonerate David of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:11-13, 2 Samuel 1:1-27

Stay Busy While Waiting: The Rise Of David Pt.3 - 2 Samuel 2:1-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 27, 2025

God anoints, then His people affirm. Explore how David waited faithfully and stayed busy for God’s kingdom work.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction At the beginning of 2 Samuel Israel is in a state of ruin. The whole nation had lived most if not all their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:1-10