Sermons on 2 Samuel 13:1-16:22:

Focus On Time Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 30, 2003

It takes time invested to raise children. King David is a bad example of how to raise children

INTRODUCTION A group of expectant fathers were in a waiting room, while their wives were in the process of delivering babies. A nurse came in and announced to one man that his wife had just given birth to twins. "That’s quite a coincidence" he responded, "I play for the Minnesota Twins!" A few ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Bottom Falls Out

Contributed by Robert Osborne on Feb 16, 2005

Sometimes in life it feels like we are at the bottom and then the bottom falls out. What do we Do? This outline describes 5 steps back to where we need to be with God.

When the Bottom Falls Out Sermon By: Evangelist Robert Osborne 2 Samuel 15:3-15 3. And Absalom said unto him, See, thy matters are good and right; but there is no man deputed of the king to hear thee. 4. Absalom said moreover, Oh that I were made judge in the land, that every man which hath ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:3-15

Denomination: Apostolic

How To Live Through A Crisis

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 23, 2005

During one of the most difficult times in the life of David gives us an excellent model for how we can live through a crisis

How to Live through a Crisis 2 Samuel 15:13-37 January 30, 2005 Morning Service Introduction Horatio G. Spafford, a successful Chicago lawyer, lost most of his wealth in the financial crisis of 1873. He sent his wife and four daughters on a trip to France, but on their way, their ship was struck ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:13-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Will We Pay Attention?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 4, 2006

Absalom set Joab’s fields on fire to get his attention so Joab would set up a meeting with the King. Will God have to set our fields on fire to get our attention?

PAY ATTENTION! CAN GOD GET OUR ATTENTION AND GET US TO EXPECT GOOD THINGS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in two parts, if you try it in one part you must move to the next point quickly. I. CAN GOD GET OUR ATTENTION TODAY? THERE ARE SO MANY DEMANDS, WE HAVE TO ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Them Talk

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jun 9, 2006

We sometimes have to let the opposition talk

Let Them Talk Scripture Reference: II Samuel 16:5-10 One of David’s subjects did not recieve him: 5 And when king David came to Bahurim, behold, thence came out a man of the family of the house of Saul, whose name was Shimei, the son of Gera: he came forth, and cursed still as he came. 6 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:5-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Throwing Rocks At The King

Contributed by Mike Turner on Apr 8, 2005

A message on a little known character named Shimei who threw rocks at the King.

Throwing Rocks At The King 2 Samuel 16:1-13 This morning I want us to look at a little known character in the Bible that we can learn some great lessons from ! His name is Shimei. First impressions are often lasting impressions. The first impression that we get of Shimei is not a good one. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of A Father - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 11, 2005

There were 3 things missing in this tragic story that undermined David’s family and nearly destroyed his kingdom. Do you know what they are?

OPEN: A married couple had a boy that was difficult to raise. He caused all types of trouble in school, in the neighborhood and at home. One year, the couple went on a trip to Europe while the boy stayed with relatives back home. As they went from one country to another they would send back ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dead Dog Syndrome - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 24, 2005

Shimei suffered from a spiritual illness that can plague even the most godly man or woman. He suffered from a "critical spirit." What can we do make sure we don’t fall prey to the same sickness in our lives?

OPEN: An older couple were on a trip across country and they stopped at a roadside restaurant for lunch. As they got up to leave, the woman forgot and left her glasses on the table. They were several miles down the road before she realized she didn’t have them and to make matters worse, her husband ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Best That God Has Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

God’s plan for you is ALL good! You can arise now and say, "I am God’s best". Dr. Hughes challenges you to take a leap of faith and believe that God made you His best.

I sense a destiny in your life because you are valuable to God. God wants you to prosper and have success in your life. He has a plan that only you can accomplish and fulfill. You are created with God’s best material! You were born for GREATNESS! You were created for health, not sickness; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Way Satan Steals Your Heart

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jun 30, 2007

This is a message that shows the way that Satan tries to steal your heart by studying the life of Absalom when he rebelled against his father’s kingdom.

THE WAY SATAN STEALS YOUR HEART! TEXT: 2 Samuel 15:1-6 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: David loved Absalom very much, yet the one whom he loved is trying to steal his own Father’s kingdom. This is an awful chapter that shows some of the events that takes place after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Parents, Protect Your Children Series

Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Jul 1, 2007

How is David going to respond the fact that his daughter has been raped by his own son?

Series: “How Can I Best Love My Family?” Sermon Two: “Parents, Protect Your Children” Text: 2 Samuel 13 Introduction: Well, we’re analysing David’s weakness in an effort to love our families better. And I said this last week today we’re going to address our need as parents to protect our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3 Dangers Of Depression

Contributed by John Wright on Jul 6, 2007

David’s depression distorted his view of life, as it does those who fall into depression today.

THE 3 DANGERS OF DEPRESSION 1 Samuel 16:1-14 Introduction: David is fleeing from Jerusalem, as Absalom and his army move on the capital city. David and his loyalists flee to preserve the city and the people. If you’ve ever had a bad day, David’s day is worse. He is facing rebellion by his son, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Some Thing"S We Learn When We Go Up The Rough Side Of The Mountian

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Sep 24, 2004

SOME TIMES WE MUST GO UP THE ROUGH SIDE OF THE MOUNTIAN.

2ND SAMUEL 15:30 TEXT.AND DAVID WENT UP BY THE ACENT OF MOUNT OLIVET AND WEPT AS HE WENT UP TITLE, SOME THINGS WE LEARN WHEN WE GO UP THE ROUGH SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN. INTRO. WE READ HERE ABOUT THE FLIGHT OF DAVID, WE READ THAT DAVID WAS SAD AND HEART BROKEN HE CRIED HAS HE WALK UP THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:30-32

What Should I Do With This Anger

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2004

This sermon deals with ways to handle the stress of anger.

Help, What Should I Do With This Anger? NLF 3/21/2004 2 Samuel 13: 7-33 Ephesians 4:25-32 Our bible study this week will deal with the stress of anger. When was the last time that you became very angry? An hour after it was over, how did you feel about the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:7-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trouble In The King's Household Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004

As great a king as David was, he was still a human king with all the flaws of any human being. It would take the coming of Jesus before we had a king who truly reflected God’s heart in all he did; whose leadership would fully reflect God’s character.

What we’re looking at today is not pretty. Incest, rape, murder, political intrigue leading to a coup d’état, David running for his life. And again we wonder what to make of it all. Why is it in here? Well, there are a couple of reasons it’s in here. One is to show how quickly God’s judgement on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-25

Denomination: Anglican