Sermons on David Goliath:

Is There Not A Cause?

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 27, 2016

As David stood in bewilderment of the lack of courage among the men of Israel, he asked the question: Is there not a cause? This question remains relevant today. Surely you will agree there is a cause, and we must be willing to stand.

Is There Not a Cause? I Samuel 17: 17-29 Often this chapter is preached in light of David’s miraculous defeat of the mighty giant, Goliath. That is a wonderful testimony to the presence and power of the God we serve; but today I want to look at the events that led up to David’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

God Really Exists. Really! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 13, 2009

What proofs did David believe proved God’s existence, and what can those proofs do for our faith?

TITLE: God Is Real – Really TEXT: Psalm 19 OPEN: There’s the story of a college philosophy professor asked one question on his final exam. He picked up a chair, put it on his desk, and wrote on the board, “Using everything we have learned this semester, prove that this chair does not exist.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Price Of Disobedience

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on May 8, 2014

The story of David and looks at his life as he drifts slowly away from the Lord and His direction for his life.l

The Price of Disobedience I Samuel 27-30 Illustration – Once upon a time the devil decided to have a garage sale. He did it because he wanted to clear out some of his old tools to make room for new ones. After he set up his wares, a fellow dropped by to see what he had. Arrayed on a long ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"One Is The Loneliest Number" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013

One of the primary figures in the OT was a man named David. The Bible tells us that he had it all. He was handsome. he was strong. he was a hero. But he was also very lonely.

LIFELINES “One is the Loneliest Number” Psalm 142:1-4 One of the primary figures in the OT is David. All of us know who David was. According to the Bible this is a man who basically had it all. The Bible tells us that David was • Handsome. Even Goliath said so and he despised ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Grab Some Rocks!

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 2, 2003

A teaser or introduction for the "This Means War!" series. We have to beware, be ready, and be strong so we can be like David and GRAB SOME ROCKS, even when the deck seems stacked against you.

I. BEWARE - Realize that there will be giants v.4-10 GOLIATH-CHAMPION OF THE PHILISTINES: “Height was 6 cubits and a span…” Probably 9’ 9” tall, if 1 cubit=18” and 1 span=1/2 cubit “He was armed with a coat of mail; and the weight of the coat was five thousand shekels of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-50

Denomination: United Methodist

5 Smooth Stones

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 23, 2018

David needed no sword, spear, helmet, etc., but God's weapons -- the 5 smooth stones of the Name of Jesus, the Blood of Christ, the Word of God, the Spirit, and prayer. By those our giants will fall too!

5 SMOOTH STONES 1 Sam. 17:40 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: DOING A GOOD DEED 1. A young pastor (trying to live a holy life) was sitting in a restaurant eating lunch. He opened a letter he’d just received that morning from his mom. As he opened it a twenty-dollar bill fell out. He thought to himself, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Adullam's Cave

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

The cave of Adullam, where David gathered men to himself to form an army, is a picture of the church.

READ: 1 Samuel 22:1-2 [Describe scene: David on the run – the cave – the ragtag band of men day by day joining him.] 1. Adullam’s Cave is a Picture of the Church The name Adullam likely comes from a Hebrew word that means “refuge”. And this place for David and the men who came to him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

276 – Sing A New Song

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Dec 27, 2003

David teaches us how to sing a new song - compared to the Model prayer by Jesus.

Humor: A preacher went to visit an elderly woman from his church who had just had an operation. As he was sitting there talking with her, he noticed a bowl of peanuts on the stand next to the bed. He began to eat them, and soon it was time for him to leave. When he got up he noticed he had eaten ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Make Me Over Again

Contributed by Travelle Northern on May 31, 2004

David tries to cover up his sin,he had to be made over again.

Make me over Again 2nd Samuel 12: 7-16 It was the time when David became involved in the double sin of adultery and murder while he was king. He had walked with God for many years. He had gained a reputation as a prophet, a man who understood the deep things of God; and he had established ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:7-16, Psalm 51:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

The Making Of A Servant King Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 19, 2007

This overview of the life of David looks at what we can learn about his servanthood.

David The making of a servant king Audio at- http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/2004/02/series-on-david.htm * How can we learn to be meek rulers? * We must all be leaders in our homes, at work on our street * Leaders influence rather than being influenced Why study David the servant king? * He ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ultimate Blessing

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

Second of two-part series on King David based on the lectionary reading of Proper 11.

2 Samuel 7:1-14a: Now when the king was settled in his house, and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies around him, 2 the king said to the prophet Nathan, “See now, I am living in a house of cedar, but the ark of God stays in a tent.” 3 Nathan said to the king, “Go, do all that you have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Grandparent's Prayer

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 10, 2007

The blessing you will give to your grandchildren, theri inheritance, begins with this prayer by King David.

The Grandparent’s Prayer Psalm 71:18 Today is a national holiday. It’s Grandparent’s Day, signed into law by President Jimmy Carter after an unanimous vote from Congress in September of 1978. What is a Grandparent? Taken from papers written by a class of 8 year olds: - Grandparents are a lady ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18

Denomination: Church Of God

Just The Facts: Why Christians Ought To Be Happy

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Oct 3, 2007

This message takes a celebratory Psalm of David and shows why Christians have reason to be Happy!

Just the Facts: Why Christians Ought to be Happy Psalm 34.1-22 When David fled from King Saul, he took refuge with the Philistine King Abimelech. David feared that the king might kill him so he acted insane, and the king sent him away. David looked at this as divine deliverance from God and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Worship Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 12, 2008

Exposition of Psalm 5 about David spending some time in the morning in worship of God

Text: Psalm 5:1-12, Title: Personal Worship, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/14/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Tell about Lew’s comments about Jesus only making disciples of those who want to be discipled, A man walked up to a vending machine, put in a coin, pressed the buttons labeled, “coffee, double ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Me!

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 8, 2004

David relates to us the right way to deal with sin and regret: Sorrow, Supplication, and Success!

Forgive Me! by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ ____________________________ "God could never forgive me. I’ve done such horrible things." How many times has that thought passed through the synapses of human brains? How many times has it lodged in your mind? The frustrating thing about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church