Sermons on David Zahl:

David: A Man After God's Heart (3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 20, 2020

The Bible tells us that David was a man after God's heart. What was so special about David and how can we be more like him? In 1 Samuel 24, we discover that David had a focused heart, faithful heart, and forgiving heart.

David: A Man after God’s Heart (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/6/2016 The Bible is full of ordinary, imperfect people. Noah drank 'til he passed out. Abraham lied about his marriage and slept with the maid. Sarah laughed at God’s promises. Jacob was a con-man. Leah ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 24:3-19

Denomination: Christian Church

David: A Man After God's Heart (4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 20, 2020

The Bible tells us that David was a man after God's heart, yet he commited a terrible sin when slept with Bathsheba and killed Uriah. In 2 Samuel 11, we discover that David had a selfish heart, scheming heart, and sorrowful heart.

David: A Man after God’s Heart (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/13/2016 The Bible is full of heroes. These biblical heroes don’t wear colorful capes or costumes, but they instill us with hope, optimism, and faith. They were men and women who overthrew kingdoms, stood ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22

Denomination: Christian Church

David - A Man After God's Own Heart

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 24, 2022

David is called a man after God's own heart even though God knew he would sin. In this message we discover why.

Title: David – A Man After God’s Own Heart Theme: To show how David knew how to get close to God. Text: 1 Samuel 16:1 Opening Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1 Now the Lord said to Samuel, "How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

I Want To Walk Out Of The Valley Like David Did Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Feb 12, 2021

Two people may enter the same Valley, but they may come out of the Valley with completely different outcomes.

Introduction Last week, in the Valley of Elah, we saw David’s breakout. He was no longer fighting the bear or fighting the lion to save his sheep; he was now fighting a giant named Goliath because he was mocking the greatness of Israel's God. And David was not going to stand for that; so, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

25. When Faith Goes Quiet: David In Philistine Country Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2025

There are moments in the Christian life when we stop listening to God and start listening to ourselves. Sometimes that inner voice is not a voice of faith but of fear. We call it “being realistic” or “practical,” but often it’s just fear baptizing itself as wisdom.

When Faith Goes Quiet: David in Philistine Country September 23, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 27:1-28:2 There are moments in the Christian life when we stop listening to God and start listening to ourselves. Sometimes that inner voice is not a voice of faith but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1-12, 1 Samuel 28:1-2

Denomination: Brethren

King David Achieves Victory Over Five Surrounding Nations Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 10, 2023

A problem remains, the nation of Israel remains surrounded by enemy kingdoms. To the west are the Philistines. To the south is Edom. To the east you have Ammon, Moab, and the Arameans.

God has brought David from shepherding sheep as a boy, to shepherding a nation, as king of Israel. He’s spoken to David through the prophet, promising to be with him. David answered with praise, saying, "Who am I that you should do such great things for me?" But a problem remains, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

David Found Faithfulness In God's Heart Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

A man after my own heart.

INTRODUCTION 1. David the eighth son of Jesse (1 Samuel 16:10-11). Eight – new beginnings. 2. God rejected Saul. “The LORD said … ‘I have rejected him (Saul) … fill your horn with oil … go’” (1 Samuel 16:1). 3. Qualification: “The Lord seeth not as man seeth, man looketh on the outward ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 Samuel 16:11, 1 Samuel 16:16, 1 Samuel 17:34-35, Acts 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

David Faithful To God's Calling Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

Don’t be swayed by bad advice from good people. Always be guided by what you know is right.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Saul led 3,000 men against David (1 Samuel 24:2; 26:2). 2. David a man after God’s heart, did not sin against God. David had two opportunities to kill Saul, but followed God’s highest calling. En Gedi cave and Hachilah. “I would not stretch out my hand against the LORD’S ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22, 1 Samuel 26:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

David Faithful To Be Restored After Terrible Sin Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

David's repentance and restoration.

A. WHY DAVID GOT INTO ADULTERY: 2 SAMUEL 11 1. Didn’t fulfill his job. “The times when Kings go to war … David sent Joab … remained at Jerusalem” (2 Samuel 11:1): a. Getting older. b. His past reputation would help victory. c. This battle was smaller than past. 2. Sleeplessness: a. Walk on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

David Faithful Beyond His Physical Life Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

God's eternal covenant with David.

A. GOD’S ETERNAL COVENANT WITH DAVID: 2 SAMUEL 7:1-29 1. Thinking of building a Temple (house for God). “David sat in his house … but the Ark of God dwells in tent curtains” (2 Samuel 7:1-2). 2. David’s house will be spiritual influence. “When your days are finished … your seed after you … his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

David Cuts The Corner Of Saul's Garment In The Cave Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 19, 2023

David didn’t kill Saul, but he’s even upset that he cut off a corner of his robe. How could he do this to the one God has placed as king? This is a man with a very strong conscience.

Have you ever had something really bad happen, and you wonder to yourself? How could God let this happen? Why is this happening? Or maybe you think, I can’t handle this. You feel overwhelmed. What do we do when we feel overwhelmed? We get through it. We let ourselves feel it. And we get through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-2

Denomination: Salvation Army

David Spares Saul's Life A Second Time Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2023

David has already spared Saul’s life once, in a situation where he is running. Now there is a new situation, but the same life is in his hands, what will he do?

Do you ever feel in your life like you’ve been tested in this area already? I know I’ve felt that way. Lord I went through this test already. I’ve given you my problems. I’ve given you my sins. But God says, I will test you again, and your faith will be proven. David went from being a shepherd ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25

Denomination: Salvation Army

Joab Convinces King David To Bring Absalom Back To Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023

Absalom the dearly loved son of King David has committed murder, he killed his own brother Amnon. This was in revenge for something truly disturbing that Amnon did to Absalom’s sister Tamar.

Have you ever had a disagreement with someone, a long time friend or family member? And then you stop talking? But as the months and years go by you long to see that person again. You think about them. You think about the good times. Yet, you can’t quite get yourself to call them up, or make things ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Dirty Chapter In The Life Of David. Seduction, Sex, Lies, And Murder

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 10, 2023

How do we deal with sins that we've done that will get us in trouble and embarrass us?

2.12.23 2 Samuel 11:1–17, 26-27 1 Springtime arrived, the time when kings go out to war. David sent Joab out with his officers and with all Israel. They ravaged the Ammonites and besieged Rabbah. But David stayed in Jerusalem. 2 One evening David had gotten up from his couch and was walking ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

24. David Spares Saul's Life (Again) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 10, 2025

Some tests in life keep coming back. You thought you had passed them, moved on, and maybe even grown stronger from them, only to wake up and find yourself right back in the same battle.True maturity is not only seen in what we can do, but in what we choose not to do, out of reverence for God.

David Spares Saul’s Life - Again September 10, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 26 Some tests in life keep coming back. You thought you had passed them, moved on, and maybe even grown stronger from them—only to wake up and find yourself right back in the same ...read more

Denomination: Brethren