Sermons on 2 Samuel 16:1-17:23:

David Flees From Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 16, 2020

Second Samuel 16:1-23 shows us the behavior of the king's enemies.

Scripture John Stott observed in a sermon, “It was your great American wit, Mark Twain, who once said, ‘Man is the only animal that blushes, and the only animal that needs to.’ ” He went to say, “We are ashamed, are we not, of things we’ve done in the past. Nobody is free who is unforgiven. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David Saved By Hushai Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 23, 2020

Second Samuel 17:1-29 shows us how God's plan prevailed as he preserved his anointed king.

Scripture King David was on the run from his son, Absalom, who was staging a coup to overthrow his father as king over all Israel. One of David’s closest advisors, Ahithophel, had betrayed David and was now giving advice to Absalom. But God had wonderfully provided Hushai, another friend of David, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 17:1-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon # 3 - A People Blessed By God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 25, 2024

We as a church are a people blessed by God. God’s word teaches us how blessings and curses operate. Only when God’s blessings are on us can we remain safe and protected from the attacks of Satan.

We read in Numbers 23:11, Then Balak said to Balaam, "What have you done to me? I brought you here to curse my enemies, but all you have done is bless them." (GNB) As we continue these studies on the church, we realize that many people have not understood the importance of church, and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:11, Genesis 1:28, Genesis 3:14, Numbers 6:22-27, Genesis 22:15-18, Genesis 12:1-3, Numbers 22:9, 2 Samuel 16:10, Numbers 22:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

What’s In Your Attic?

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on May 4, 2024

This is a true story.

This is a true story. In 1982, Leslie Marie Gattas was a 15-year-old cheerleader when she was abducted by Ernest Stubbfield from her bedroom at night in Memphis, Tennessee. He transported her in her family car, drove her to a church in Memphis and drove the car back to her home. Then he kept ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-15, 2 Samuel 17:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Idol Breaker

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 18, 2024

Looking at 2 Samuel 9, let's talk about 3 people (Some material adapted from Ability Ministry's booklet on First Church of Mephibosheth: https://abilityministry.com/product/the-first-church-of-mephibosheth/)

HoHum: I remember going to Sunshine camp on the grounds of Camp Rudolph in Yale, Virginia for 3 weeks one summer while in college. It was such an inspirational experience. One week I remember I was assigned to Kenny. Kenny smoked like a freight train and my job was to limit the number of smokes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-4, 2 Samuel 19:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Street Smart

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 12, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 16: 1 – 23

2 Samuel 16: 1 – 23 Street Smart 16 When David was a little past the top of the mountain, there was Ziba the servant of Mephibosheth, who met him with a couple of saddled donkeys, and on them two hundred loaves of bread, one hundred clusters of raisins, one hundred summer fruits, and a skin of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

You Can’t Have It Both Ways

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 12, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 17: 1 – 29

2 Samuel 17: 1 – 29 You can’t have it both ways 17 Moreover Ahithophel said to Absalom, “Now let me choose twelve thousand men, and I will arise and pursue David tonight. 2 I will come upon him while he is weary and weak and make him afraid. And all the people who are with him will flee, and I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 17:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

From Story To Glory

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

The story of Mephibosheth is a powerful testimony of how God’s grace can transform a life marked by pain, rejection, and obscurity into one of restoration, favour, and glory.

Title: FROM STORY TO GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 9:1-13 Supporting Texts: 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 16:1-4, 2 Samuel 19:24-30 INTRODUCTION: The story of Mephibosheth is a powerful testimony of how God’s grace can transform a life marked by pain, rejection, and obscurity into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 16:1-4, 2 Samuel 19:24-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Justice For The Godly And Punishment For The Wicked Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 17, 2025

Throughout scripture, we see examples of God's justice being meted out to those who slander, lie against, and seek to destroy the godly.

The Bible consistently teaches that God is a defender of the righteous and a judge of the wicked. Throughout scripture, we see examples of God's justice being meted out to those who slander, lie against, and seek to destroy the godly. The Accountability of Slanderers In Psalm 52:1-4, David ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:9, 2 Samuel 16:5-13

Shame, Slander, And The Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

This chapter reminds us that even in moments of shame and slander, God remains in control. People may plot, accuse, and betray, but the purposes of God will not be thwarted.

SHAME, SLANDER, AND THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 16:1-23 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28, Isaiah 54:17, Psalm 3:1-3, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: As David fled Jerusalem during Absalom’s rebellion, he encountered betrayal, false ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wisdom Of God Vs The Counsel Of Men Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

This chapter reveals that no matter how intelligent or strategic human wisdom may appear, it cannot override the counsel of God.

THE WISDOM OF GOD VS THE COUNSEL OF MEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 17:1-29 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 19:21, James 3:17, 1 Corinthians 1:25, Psalm 33:10-11 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 17 unfolds the clash between two kinds of wisdom—human counsel versus divine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 17:1-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

22. Prophet, Priest And King Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 4, 2018

Jesus Christ's saving work foreshadowed in the Old Covenant roles of Prophet, Priest and King

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 22 – PROPHET, PRIEST AND KING] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Exodus 33:10-11, Numbers 12:1-2, Ezekiel 34:1-2, 2 Samuel 17:15-17, Jeremiah 31:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Shake It Off, Again

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 12, 2026

Let us study Shimei in 2 Samuel. Shimei curses and throws stones at God's anointed. Shimei ran beside the river to throw stones. In Shimei's mind he thought he was right. Quit throwing stones. Paul shakes of the viper.

SHAKE IT OFF, AGAIN… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch: YouTube Wade Hughes) HAVE WE EVER THOUGHT ABOUT WHAT OUR LAST MEAL WILL BE? I was in Potosi, Missouri to witness an execution: My friend’s last meal was: 2 REUBEN SANDWICHES AND CURLY FF. Timothy McVeigh ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:9-13, Acts 28:3-5, Job 5:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God