Sermons on David Mephibosheth:

Be Thou My Vision Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 4, 2025

In the Bible, people often fasted when they were serious about getting direction (or a vision) from God. Who fasted in the Bible, and why should we?

"Bite off more than you can chew, then chew it; Plan more than you can do, then do it; Point your arrow at a star, take your aim, and there you are; Arrange more time than you can spare, then spare it; Take on more than you can bear, then bear it; Plan your castle in the air, then build a ship ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 26 - Be Grateful - Don't Grumble Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 15, 2024

Jonah’s disobedience and rebellion stemmed from an ungrateful heart. The Israelites too had to wander in the wilderness because of their constant grumbling and lack of thankfulness. Let’s learn to set aside all grumbling and replace it with a thankful heart.

We read in Jonah 3:1-3, “Then the LORD spoke his word to Jonah a second time. He said, "Leave at once for the important city, Nineveh. Announce to the people the message I have given you." Jonah immediately went to Nineveh as the LORD told him. Nineveh was a very large city. It took three ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-3, Numbers 11:1, Psalm 103:1-2, Numbers 11:5-6, Exodus 2:23, Numbers 32:13, 1 Corinthians 10:6, Jonah 3:3, John 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Fear Not; Do Not Be Afraid Part 3 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

This is the third Bible Study in this series

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:20-21, Numbers 13:32, Matthew 10:26-28, Matthew 10:32-33, 1 Samuel 8:1-5, 1 Samuel 9:2, 1 Samuel 10:20-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sharing The Journey

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. David Broadnax, a Broadway actor and filmmaker, who died in Spain. He was the brother of one of our members, who requested that we do the funeral.

I desire, as I have for many years, to come to you when I go to Spain. For I do hope to see you on my journey and to be sent on by you, once I have enjoyed your company for a little while. Our lives are journeys, with a beginning and a destination. Many roads can be used to take those journeys. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Live In Confidence

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 13, 2004

David was a man who faced many trials in life, yet he seemed to have a confidence that few of us have. Where did it come from? Find out.

October 17, 2004 Psalm 27 Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and my foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. 3 Though ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Commitment To Discipleship - Part 2 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

David then addresses in verse 2, the nature of our Christian life as it pertains to our Commitment to Christ in our discipleship in which He enables us to grow by His grace.

“The Model for the Christian Life” Psalm 23:1-6 (2 of 6) 1. The CHRISTIAN Relationship (v.1) 2. COMMITMENT to Discipleship (v. 2) Isaiah 30:23; Ezekiel 34:13; Isaiah 49:9-10; Revelation 7:17; 22:17; John 8:31; Luke 9:59-60; John 15:4-10; John 6:66-69; 2 Timothy 3:14; Hebrews 13:4; James ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

Consummate In Eternity - Part 6 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

David finally concludes in verse 6 a beautiful rendition of our consummation as God works both here in the present and when His work will be complete as we are ushered into eternity.

“The Model for the Christian Life” Psalm 23:1-6 (6 of 6) 1. The CHRISTIAN Relationship (v.1) 2. COMMITMENT to Discipleship (v. 2) 3. CONSECRATED to Christ (v. 3) 4. Forming the CHARACTER of Christ in us. (v. 4) 5. COMMUNION with Christ. (v. 5) 6. CONSUMMATE in Eternity. (v. 6) Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:6

Denomination: Baptist

Surprising Grace

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 11, 2004

We think of God’s grace as the forgiveness of our sins, but it is far more than that. David experienced the full gamut of the grace of God in response to his sin.

Passage: 2 Samuel 12:1-14 Intro: When we think of the word “grace”, the vast majority of believers focus on the forgiveness of our sins. Il) “Wonderful grace of Jesus, greater than all my sins.” “Marvelous grace of our loving Lord, grace that exceeds our sin and our guilt.” Etc. 1. great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How God Works In Our Lives

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 22, 2005

Looking at when David first comes on the Biblical scene; we see God Works in our lives by Giving Us Spiritual Gifts, Natural Abilities and in our circumstances.

HOW GOD WORKS IN OUR LIVES March 10, 2005 Jay Robison 1 SAMUEL 16:13-23 David is one of the heroes of the OT, wrote many Psalms A great King, one who dropped Goliath in his tracks Great military man, wise leader, won many battles Before all of that though David was the youngest of 8 sons A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Our Majestic Lord

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 23, 2006

In fact, David writes it once at the beginning of the Psalm and once at the end. His thought is, "O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!"

OUR MAJESTIC LORD PSALM 8:1-9 INTRODUCTION... adapted from www.sermonillustrator.org/illustrator/sermon8/never_ending_sermon.htm I would like us to pause for a moment at the beginning before we read the passage for today and ponder the boundless expanse of the universe. We need to do that to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pathway To Being A Christian Encourager

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 6, 2007

A sermon that looks at three steps for being an encourager. 1. identity in god. 2 Overcoming discouragement 3. encouraging. Borrows heavily from David wilkinson on point 2

The Pathway to being an encourager. Encouragement. HEB 3:12 See to it, brothers, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God. 13 But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It's Payday

Contributed by Robert Parker on Mar 30, 2007

God said I will raise up the Tabernacle of David which has fallen down. God promises to raise us up as well through the power of the Word of God

13 Amos (9:11) On that day I will raise up the tabernacle of David, which has fallen down, and repair its damages; I will raise up its ruins and Rebuild it as in the days of old; (9:12) That they may possess the remnant of Edom, And all the Gentiles who are called by my name, Says the Lord who ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:11-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Admit, Quit And Forget

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 2, 2006

Sometimes we get into sin and we don’t know how to get back to where we need to be. David gives us a great plan of action.

Admit It, Quit It and Forget It! 2nd Samuel 11:27 How many times in our life have we done things that was displeasing to God? Things that seem to get us down in the depths of guilt and embarrassment when we attempt to come before a Heavenly Father with our sin The bible tells us in Acts 13:22 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Draw Near #2 Lessons From The O.t. Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 9, 2006

A look at 4 OT men who Walked With God: Enoch-Walk by Choice; Noah-Walk in Obedience; Abraham-Walk by Faith; David-Walk with all your Heart

Drawing Near #2 Lessons from the Old Testament Psalm 119:97-105 SCRIPTURE READING: Psalm 119:97-105 INTRODUCTION: Last week we talked about Lessons from Mt. Horeb. At the same Mountain where God gave the 10 commandments, God showed that He passionately wants a close, personal relationship ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-105

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

More Than Anything, I Want The King

Contributed by Phillip Frady on Apr 17, 2002

A desire for the presence and purpose of God must supercede the desire for the things that God can give to us. Miphobesheth valued the person of King David more than the material goods.

More Than Anything, I Want The King II Samuel 19:24-30 I.. Absolute trust II. Absolute devotion III. Absolute abandonment We have before us a right moving text. Miphobesheth was one of the sons of Saul. He was born with crippled legs and had won a special place in the heart of King David who had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:24-30

Denomination: Baptist