Sermons on David Defeats Goliath:

God's Judgment And Grace

Contributed by Mark Gil Petallar on Oct 9, 2015

This message focus on the intended meaning of the revelation of God's judgment and grace to David after committing adultery and murder. It focus also on the intended response to all audience including all of us after God's revelation of judgment and grace

God's Judgment and Grace for David 2 Samuel 12 Introduction: The last sentence of chapter 11 tells us that God is displeased with what David had done. On the other hand chapter 12 reveals God's action towards the sin of David. If we can observe the text starts by telling us that God sends ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-31

Denomination: Free Methodist

Fear God

Contributed by Mark Gil Petallar on Oct 12, 2015

The prophesy in 2 Sam. 12:11 is fulfilled here. The calamity from God to David's household was just, destructive and unstoppable for who can stop an angry God? No one. So the point is to fear God and to think twice before intentionally sinning against God

Fear God 2 Samuel 13 Introduction: 2 Samuel 12:11 says, “This is what the Lord says: out of your own household I am going to bring calamity on you” (NIV). Now this calamity is happening in chapter 13. In this chapter the emphasis of this calamity in David’s household as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-39

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Resting Place For The Ark Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 7, 2015

True prayer is based in the covenant and promises of God, which He has given us in Christ Jesus.

A RESTING PLACE FOR THE ARK OF GOD. Psalm 132. King David, ‘the man after God’s own heart’ (Acts 13:22), wanted to bring the ark-of-the-covenant up to Jerusalem. ‘We consulted it not in the days of Saul,’ he reasonably reasoned (1 Chronicles 13:3). However, even our best intentions fall short ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 132:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For All The Promises Of God In Him Are Yes, And In Him Amen

Contributed by Michael Grant on Sep 18, 2020

A message on how God is dependable and how all the promises He makes are fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ who saves us from sin and its penalty.

Once again turn in your Bibles to the book of 2 Corinthians chapter 1, 2 Corinthians chapter 1. This week we will be finishing the chapter by covering verses 15-24 and I’ve titled this message “All the promises of God in Christ are yes and amen!” This is what Paul tells the Corinthian church in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:15-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amnon Assaults His Sister Tamar: How To Heal From Past Abuse Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 14, 2023

Amnon sets the trap, and clears everyone out of the room. He pretends to be sick to get her alone and he goes after her.

Family drama, I’ve seen it in my family and in many other families. I’ve arbitrated disputes between sisters. I’ve worked with families during funerals where there are arguments and disagreements. I’ve seen some seriously terrible things happen in families. Family is tough. Very tough, and in this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-22

Denomination: Salvation Army

Part 14: Behold The Wonders Of God's Glory! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 11, 2025

1. Behold the glory of God in His universe (vs. 1-6). 2. Behold the glory of God in His Word (vs. 7-11). 3. Behold the glory of God in the prayers of His people (vs. 12-14).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 14: Behold the Wonders of God's Glory! Psalm 19:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 11, 2025) BACKGROUND: *We are studying some of the great prayers in the Old Testament. And today's Scripture is one of my favorites. It's King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts, Insults & Spies (2 Samuel 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 12, 2025

How do we wisely handle gifts, insults and spying? Let's begin in 2 Samuel 16.

Should we be vigilant against bribes disguised as gifts? Is it wiser to let critics speak than destroy them? Is it wise to investigate what our enemies are up to? Let’s look at a gift, an insult and a spy in 2 Samuel 16. Did Ziba, a servant of Saul's grandson, Mephibosheth, bribe David with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stay The Course!

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

Be encouraged! Fight the good fight! Do not give up? Do not! You are not defeated! You are placed by God’s grace in the position of victory. God’s will for your life is sanctification and nothing can thwart the will of God.

Stay The Course! Be encouraged! Fight the good fight! Do not give up? Do not! You are not defeated! You are placed by God’s grace in the position of victory. God’s will for your life is sanctification and nothing can thwart the will of God. Over and over you read this is Scripture but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Resurrection And The Life

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 29, 2005

The "I Am!" proclamation of Jesus in John 11:25 revealed that Jesus is the Messiah the only One who could and would defeat death. He said He was the Resurrection and the Life then He proved it by rising from the dead.

"I Am the Resurrection and the Life" - Jesus Thesis: The "I Am!" proclamation of Jesus in John 11:25 revealed that Jesus is the Messiah the only One who could and would defeat death. He said He was the Resurrection and the Life then He proved it by rising from the dead. Texts: John 11:25, 26 and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Uplift Of The Cross Series

Contributed by A. B. Simpson on Oct 8, 2009

The cross of Jesus Christ--which naturally suggests only suffering, ignominy and defeat--has become the noblest sign of all that is lofty, heroic and glorious in the story of redemption and the experience of the Christian. A classic sermon by A. B. Simpso

"And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me" (John 12:32). A story is told of a medieval saint who asked his attendants to lift him from his death bed and place him on a cross. As he lay there and breathed out his life, he kept repeating with glowing eye and shining face the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: *other

Devices Of The Devil: Apathy Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 26, 2010

The devices of the Devil are desined to distort, destroy, distract and defeat the follower of Jesus Christ. One of his most powerful devices is the vice of apathy. The devil will put you in it and slowly tighten until you are cold to the things of God.

Intro: Rollo May, “Hate is not the opposite of love – Apathy is.” One of the most powerful devices of the devil is apathy. Of all the attitudes that are given to the seven churches in the book of Revelation this is the one that makes Jesus sick to His stomach. What is the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Hit List Of The Adversary

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 17, 2011

Satan's goal us ti discourage you so that you feel like giving up. Oftentimes we are defeated because discouragement sets in and the adversary takes control of our situation because we relinquish it.

TITLE: THE HIT LIST OF THE ADVERSARY SCRIPTURE: JOB 2:1-2 I have listened to testimonies from this past Wednesday evening Prayer Service as well as the past few weeks during the Sunday morning Worship experience, seems to me there are many of us that are going through. The past 30-days seems ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Sin In The Camp

Contributed by George Stadler on Feb 5, 2012

The Church has become Anemic in these days of winking at sin. The story of Achan's sin calls us to respond to sin in our congregations and our personal lives to again have the blessing of God and his power to defeat the enemy.

Sin in the Camp Joshua 7:1-26 I don’t know you, other than perhaps a casual meeting at one time or another. I am not your pastor so I do not have to worry about what you may think. I’m not a DS or GS so politics are the least of my worries. • I am a sinner saved by ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Gift Of Holy Stubborness

Contributed by Dr. Ade Oyeyemi on Feb 19, 2013

Prayer is an arduous task, persistent prayer brings result. The fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. Engaging in prayer means standing in the face of defeat while others are falling, prayer requires a determination to continue waiting on the Lor

Among the vices mentioned in Galatians 5:19 are anger and stubbornness but these can be used in a holy way. Hatred of evil is considered a holy hatred, so is holy stubbornness that serves the purpose of carrying out an effort in a determined, persistent way until one prevails. Holy stubbornness is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 18:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Have Victory

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 24, 2013

Often Christians encounter difficulty or stumble in their Christian walk they become depressed and feel defeated. We can experience victory when maintain a right relationship, the right desire, listen to the right advice, and exercise the right faith.

How to Have Victory 1 John 5:1-4 Often people have the mistaken idea that when one becomes a believer instantaneously all struggles and problems cease. The first time they encounter difficulty or stumble in their Christian walk they become depressed and feel defeated. When Christ comes into our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist