Sermons on 2 Samuel 11:1-12:14:

The Dangers Of Flying Too Low

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Apr 25, 2002

What happens when you fly too low spiritually

The Dangers of Flying Too Low II Samuel 11: 2-5 Introduction: If you know anything about airplanes then you would know that the most important instrument in the cockpit is the “Altimeter.” The Altimeter determines the altitude of the plane. It lets the pilot know if they are either flying too ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Fall Down

Contributed by E.t. Cummings on Aug 21, 2001

This sermon is to let christians know that when they fall down, they can get back up.

This sermon deals letting christians know that once they have faller, they can get back up. Donnie McClurkin lets us know in more than one way, "We Fall Down, but we get back up. The significance in getting back up is that fact that the believer realizes that God is standing right there saying, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5, Psalm 51:1-2, Psalm 37:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

From On Fire To In The Mire

Contributed by William Yates on May 18, 2002

This sermon addresses how even a "good" Christian can fall away from God

Many people this spring have been flocking to the theatres to see the new Star Wars movie, Attack of the Clones. These new movies in the Star Wars epic follow the story of how Anakin Skywalker turns to the dark side and becomes Darth Vader. In the new hit TV show, Smallville, we see how Lex Luther ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-3

The Cost Of Cheating Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 31, 2004

This message looks at David’s affair with Bathsheba and what it cost him.

The Cost of Cheating! Let me tell you a story. It all started with a man; figures doesn¡¦t it? He wasn¡¦t just any man he was the most powerful man in the nation, top political dog. He was it, he had arrived, he had it made and he was on the top of the heap. But he hadn¡¦t done it by himself, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Recipe For Avoiding Moral Failure Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Feb 5, 2004

Disregarding God’s moral and ethical principles as David did can have disastrous consequences.

I recently saw a photo of three expensive cars encased in ice in the garage of a million-dollar house when the pipes froze while the owner was away. One of the rules for living in a cold climate is to take special precautions so your water pipes don’t freeze. Disregarding that rule can exact a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-15

Denomination: Brethren

Guard And Protect Against The Enemy

Contributed by Greg Newton on Feb 27, 2004

There are so many things that Satan is throwing at the Believer and we must guard ourselves from his attacks

“Guard and protect against the enemy” Intro: Do we see that through the Word of God that Satan tries every way that he can to bring destruction into the life of men and women by taking control of their life. In the garden, Satan wasn’t after the elephant or even the lion. He understood authority ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14, Isaiah 43:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Temptation Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 2, 2004

In the spring, at the time when kings go off to war (2 Sam 11:1 NIV)

Talk on Temptation Introduction: When Robert asked me to talk about temptation – I wondered if he had asked me because he thought that I might be some sort of expert in the field!!!! Have you ever thought what is meant in the Lord’s Prayer when Jesus said: “Lead us not into temptation….” (Mt ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Anglican

Optimism In The Face Of Tragedy

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003

A reflection on 9/11/01

Optimism In The Face of Tragedy 10/30/01 “We all face tragedy. What’s more, we’ve all received the symbols of tragedy. Yours might be a telegram from the war department, an ID bracelet from the hospital, a scar, or a court subpoena. We don’t like these symbols, nor do we want these symbols. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9, 2 Samuel 12:1-23

Denomination: Mennonite

Humpty Dumpty

Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 26, 2003

When faced with temptation, run the other way.

Humpty Dumpty I like the Bible. Sure, it seems a given that a person in my position would, but I like it for more than just the obvious reasons. Reasons such as, it’s God’s Word, our directions for living, a history of Christianity. No, I like it for another reason, as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David's Four Lambs

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 6, 2003

David compounded the tragic consequences of his sin by his pious act in imposing judgment, not realizing that he was, in fact, passing judgment upon himself and his family.

DAVID’S FOUR LAMBS “Then the LORD sent Nathan to David. And he came to him, and said to him: "There were two men in one city, one rich and the other poor. The rich man had exceedingly many flocks and herds. "But the poor man had nothing, except one little ewe lamb which he had bought and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil's Playground

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Nov 25, 2004

We can learn from this episode in the life of David how the devil’s playground is built in our life.

The Devil’s Playground II Samuel 11:1-5 I. The Devil’s Playground Is Built on Idleness (v. 1) A. Idleness From God’s Calling 1. God’s Call to Vocational Ministry 2. God’s Call to Lay Ministry B. Idleness From Being Part of God’s People 1. Taking Part in Worship 2. Taking Part in Study 3. Taking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

No Exceptions

Contributed by Bobby Hawk on Mar 13, 2004

God has called each of us to live a life with no exceptions. This is an expository sermon about the exception in David’s life found in 2 Samuel 11.

“No Exceptions” 1 Kings 15:5 & 2 Samuel 11:1-27 What will you be remembered for? Will people consider you a man or woman of God? Will people remember you as an effective minister of the gospel? After all is said and done, what will people remember about your life and ministry? The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:5, 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Sin Was Forgiven

Contributed by Jason Love on Dec 11, 2002

We all mess up inwardly and outwardly but we must keep in mind that our God provides.

I. Introduction Today you will be hearing about a man named David. David was a shepherd, victorious fighter, great warrior, an awesome writer and player of music, and he was a man after Gods own heart. All these things the bible tells us about David but tonight we are going to look at a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5, 2 Samuel 12:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Sex In The Burbs

Contributed by Chris Adams on Mar 2, 2006

A message on the deceitfulness of sexual sin and the Christian’s response to temptation.

Sex in the Burbs: Learning to Identify Satan’s Method of Temptation “16 For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride in possessions—is not from the Father but is from the world.” – 1 John 2:16 Satan’s method of operation has always included attacks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Missing The Mark

Contributed by James Chandler on Mar 7, 2006

The bullseye is God’s righteousness, we have all missed the mark and sinned. We have all been like David and let sin into our lives. This message addresses sin, it’s consequences and the need for repentance.

Sin 2 Samuel 12 1. We have all missed the mark. God’s bull’s eye is righteousness. Living right for God. From Adam on, all men except Jesus himself have missed the mark We should thank God when he sends people into our lives that help us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ