Sermons on Defy:

Christmas Eve -The Power Of Belief

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Dec 23, 2009

Its not WHAT I believe in, it is WHO I place my faith in. WHO I place my faith in is stronger, for Jesus is able to overcome what I am not able to overcome.

Belief is a powerful thing. What I believe in makes me who I am, I am what I believe. What we believe molds us into who we are; What we believe colors our view of the world around us; What we believe motivates us to stand up for something or stand up against something. What we believe in may ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Qualified? Series

Contributed by Brandon Vernoy on Sep 2, 2016

God has a habit of picking people who have been passed over. All the great men and women of scripture were unqualified

Are You Qualified? 1. CONTRAST: HUMANLY SPEAKING THERE WAS A GREAT CONTRAST BETWEEN DAVID AND GOLIATH. " A champion named Goliath, who was from Gath, came out of the Philistine camp. He was over nine feet tall. He had a bronze helmet on his head and wore a coat of scale armor of bronze weighing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-53

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith In Action

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 30, 2013

Some Christians have a similar problem—spiritual gambling. It’s a way of living that involves taking chances by seeing how far we can stretch God’s patience. There’s not one chance in five that God won’t keep His word. There’s not even one chance in a tho

Opening illustration: The problem of compulsive gambling may seem foreign to most of us. Yet experts believe that millions of Americans are psychologically addicted to gambling. It gives them the excitement of hope and risk, but it usually ends in defeat. It is indeed a temporary pleasure. For ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Five Smooth Stones For Five Wrongful Motives"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 24, 2007

What was the genuine motive of David as he saw the “cause” to come against Goliath? In this message we will unveil five wrongful motives before sharing the one pure motive of David’s heart.

Title of the message: “Five Smooth Stones for Five Wrong Motives,” Key Verse: (Psa 25:2 KJV) O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. For this study, I wanted to find a text that best describes the emotions and the situation that would bring ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Cosmic Declaration

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 24, 2013

The individual decisions of Psalm 1, brought up a notch to the corporate level in Psalm 2.

A COSMIC DECLARATION. Psalm 2. At some point in history, Psalms 1 and 2 were lumped together as one single Psalm. This gives us a hint concerning the unity of the Book of Psalms. In fact, if we step back from disputes concerning human authorship, we will find the whole Bible to be the coherent ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exercise Your Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 23, 2024

Many people around you might have accepted the defeat, like that a sick person around you cannot be healed, that the situation will not change, and so on; however, that does not mean you will also accept the defeat.

And the Philistine said, “I defy the armies of Israel this day; give me a man, that we may fight together.” When Saul and all Israel heard these words of the Philistine, they were dismayed and greatly afraid. 1 Samuel 17:10-11 And the Philistine drew near and presented himself forty days, morning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:10-11

Seeking Divine Intervention SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

A Miracle: It is an event beyond the power of any human being; an event beyond any physical law. it is a supernatural occurrence or a wonderful thing brought about by the power of God.

This sermon is titled "I Need a Miracle" and is based on 2 Chronicles 16:9, which says, "For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him." In this message, we will explore the concept of miracles and why we all need them. A miracle is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Topics: Desire, Miracles

God’s Way To Win Your Giant Battles

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 12, 2013

1. Seek the right attitude toward your people. 2. Seek the right attitude toward your problem. 3. Seek the right attitude toward your Provider.

God’s Way to Win Your Giant Battles 1 Samuel 17:16-51 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 3, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Picture a battle centered on a valley with the enemies camped on each side. Then a giant comes down to challenge the Israelites. His name was Goliath, and he was almost ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:16-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Eighteen Similarities Between David & Goliath And Jesus & Satan

Contributed by Kim Oliver on Jun 5, 2014

The Eighteen Similarities between David & Goliath and Jesus & Satan

Introduction The story of David and Goliath is the story of the battle between good and evil. Goliath is the abomination, who profanes the name of God, while David, the saint of God, defends God's honour. Both David and Goliath are zealous to the extreme, that is, unto death. Goliath's zeal to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:2-3

Denomination: Charismatic

Sermon On Calmness Or Fear?

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 17, 2025

Calmness is an ataraxia of serenity that aids freedom from worry or agitation.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States of America once remarked: "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, 1 Peter 5:7, John 14:27, Proverbs 12:25

Jesus Walks On Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the power of Jesus, the faith of Peter, and the comfort of Jesus as illustrated in Matthew 14:22-33, emphasizing the importance of unwavering faith in God's righteousness.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we are diving deep into the heart of Matthew's Gospel, chapter 14, verses 22 through 33. This passage is a beautiful illustration of the power of Jesus, the faith of Peter, and the comfort of Jesus. It's a scene that holds an ocean of wisdom about faith, doubt, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Topics: Faith, Jesus

"Strengthening Your Faith In Troubled Times: Unwavering Faith" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 2, 2003

It is possible to strengthen faith during troubled times to the point of having consistent, unwavering faith.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches May 4, 2003 “Strengthening Your Faith in Troubled Times: Unwavering Faith” Matthew 8:5-13 INTRODUCTION: When thinking about your faith, is it as solid as a barrel cactus that is unwavering, focused, immovable, growing steadily-- oblivious to blazing days and cold ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Methodist

Characteristics Of A Giant Killer Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Apr 30, 2007

Life would be easy if our call was not a call to faith and courage. David had heard from Samuel he was going to be the next king, but it was not long before he discovered it would not be a simple life of living in a palace and giving orders – No, soon he

Life would be easy if our call was not a call to faith and courage. David had heard from Samuel he was going to be the next king, but it was not long before he discovered it would not be a simple life of living in a palace and giving orders – No, soon he would be facing giants Giant Statements ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Slay A Giant

Contributed by Jay Robison on Jan 25, 2007

Recognize there will be giants around you. Look over your giant to God. Step up and step out. And Honor God in the Victory. Outline at the end.

I have used Sermon Central in addition to may other resources in developing this sermon. HOW TO SLAY A GIANT October 15, 2006 Jay Robison 1 SAMUEL 17:38-49 Biblical story today is a familiar one, needs little introduction 1 Sam 17 is one of most famous stories in Bible. Israel about to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Truth

Contributed by Doyle Welborn on Apr 6, 2013

How to Live the Victorious Christian Life

(Galatians 2:20) "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." I. This truth is the foundation of all spiritual growth. A. Crucifixion ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist