Sermons on Jonathan And David:

The Joy Of Being In God's Embrace SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Have you ever pondered the wonders that unfold in God's presence? David provides a vivid illustration of this concept.

Have you ever wondered what happens in God’s presence? David gives a clear picture of that very idea. In Psalm 16, he describes eleven benefits that come from spending time in God’s presence. Let’s explore these benefits together. When we take refuge in God, He places a hedge of protection around ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Topics: Prayer, Adoration

"Strengthening Our Weaknesses”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

This chapter comes on the very heels (less than a week) of one of the most tremendous victories of David’s life. What a contrast! Here he nearly took a life long plunge to the bottom in a moment of weakness. We all have our weaknesses. But admittin

Dr. Dennis Deese “STRENGTHENING OUR WEAKNESSES” (The Leader’s Weakness) I SAMUEL 25:1-44 This chapter comes on the very heels (less than a week) of one of the most tremendous victories of David’s life. What a contrast! Here he nearly took a life long plunge to the bottom in a moment of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-44

New Level, New Devil

Contributed by John Gaston on May 1, 2014

David finally reached the fulfillment of his dreams: placed on the throne of all Israel. Was all well? No, here came the Philistines! New level, new devil. 3 anointings helped David break the power of 400 years of Philistine domination over Israel.

“NEW LEVEL, NEW DEVIL” 2 Sam. 5:17-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE DIOR DRESS 1. One day, just as Rebecca was walking past Saks 5th Avenue she saw them putting a new dress in their window. It was a pale green Dior evening dress and she was totally entranced by this brilliant ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:17-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy Addiction

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Apr 20, 2008

The Word was David’s delight. Others persecuted him for his passion, but he hardly noticed. He was lost in another realm, addicted to the Word. Let’s become a sacred conduit through which God flows into the created realm & changes the destiny of humanity.

Holy Addiction Intro.: The Word of God was David’s delight and satisfaction. In it he feasted on the beauty of God. Others didn’t understand his passion. They persecuted, slandered and betrayed him, but he hardly noticed – Psalm 119:23. Davis was lost in another realm, addicted to the Word. David ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:16

Denomination: Charismatic

Five Smooth Stones Series

Contributed by Dave Rajoon on Jan 19, 2007

On his way to face the giant Goliath, David picked up five smooth stones from a brook. But David stood up to Goliath with more than just simple weapons; he defeated Golliath with F-A-I-T-H and trust in God.

Introduction: Daisy Cutters, Bunker Buster, Smart Bombs…maybe you have heard about them! These are some of the modern weapons technology that US armed forces have used in the fight against terrorism in Afghanistan and elsewhere. Today’s battles are fought with a dizzying array of weaponry that was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship With A Heart Like God Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jan 22, 2008

Part 2 in series on living a life of worship. Addresses the next step toward living our lives as songs of worship to the LORD by examining what it means to have and worship with a heart like God. What about David’s lifestyle of worship represented a hea

WORSHIP WITH A HEART LIKE GOD Part 2 in series, “LifeSongs*: Lives of Worship” Rev. Todd G. Leupold Perth Bible Church Sunday January 20, 2008 AM * Title inspired by the name of the song and album by “Casting Crowns.” INTRODUCTION1: A.W. Tozer: “The shallowness of our inner experience, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Praise-Filled Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 11, 2023

This Sunday Morning’s message is all about praise and having a heart that is filled with it. We’ll be looking at the three qualities of a praise-filled heart that are found in the first three verses of King David’s Psalm 138 about the Lord’s goodness.

A Christian’s Heart “A Praise-Filled Heart” Psalm 138:1-3 Watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ssqau9W6-k The idea of praising God for who He is, the Almighty God, Creator, Deliverer, Redeemer, Restorer, and Savior should be the top priority for all Christians. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-3

Denomination: Foursquare

All That You Need Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God can use what you already have to help you overcome challenges, just like David used five smooth stones to defeat Goliath. By understanding David's approach, we can learn how to conquer the giants in our own lives.

Today, we're diving into the epic showdown between David and Goliath. We're gonna focus on those five smooth stones David used to take down Goliath and see how God can use what we've got. Object Lesson: Bring out a sling and five smooth stones. Demonstrate how David might have used them. [Read 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-40, Matthew 14:13-21

Topics: Resilience, Resourcefulness, Adaptability, Problem-Solving

The Four Pillars Of A Man's Heart

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 9, 2005

Based on the excellent book by the same name by Stu Weber, this sermon challenges men to take up the roles of king, warrior, mentor, and friend and lead their families and churches in the power of Christ.

The Four Pillars of a Man’s Heart Pastor Jeff Williams 6-20-04 In 1555, Hugh Latimer and Nicholas Ridley walked out of prison for the last time. They both were condemned to be burned at the stake for refusing to recant their personal faith in Jesus Christ. As they approached the stake, Latimer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fog Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 13, 2023

The spiritual fog which has rolled in over the western church and Christian culture and it is rooted in what Paul and David said in the Bible, “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”

Series – Reflections from sabbatical! Over the next few months I will be sharing what the Holy Spirit spoke to me during my Sabbatical. Summary from Kathy message last week! Power points 1-4 During my two months of sabbatical - I read and listened to 8 books – meditated thru Psalms and Romans – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:18, Psalm 34:7, Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent 2019 - One Plan - Two Purposes Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 11, 2019

The Lord and Joseph had the same plan; that Joseph and Mary would go to Bethlehem. But, they each had a different purpose for the trip.

Advent 2019 – One Plan, Two Purposes Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Luke 1:3-4, John 1:1, John 1:14, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 55:8-9, Luke 2:29-32, Ephesians 5:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

God Is Able To Fulfill His Promises – Are We Willing?

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 9, 2023

Is it possible that we could in some ways hinder God from fulfilling the promises that He made to us? This message will teach us what we should let go off to be partakers of God’s divine promises.

We read in 2 Corinthians 9:8, “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:” (KJV) As we continue our meditations on the theme ‘God is able’ here are some lessons we learnt. 1. God is able to keep us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Romans 4:21, Genesis 37:5-8, Genesis 37:23-24, Hebrews 12:15, Genesis 39:12-13, Proverbs 13:20, Genesis 40:6-8, Galatians 6:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

A Cause Worth Fighting For Series

Contributed by Tim George on Dec 9, 2001

Either we define our times or they define us. In the familiar story of David and Goliath we see that truth played out. Saul and Israel were allowing the Philistines to define them. David was a different kind of man however. He intended to define his times

“ Then David said to the Philistine, "You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. This day the LORD will deliver you into my hand … that all the earth may know that there is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Un Adolescent Selon Le Coeur De Dieu

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 24, 2003

David was a man whom God liked because he was a man according to his heart. I found David, man according to my heart Actes 13/32. Surely moments ago when this boy did not please God, but by taking stock of its life:

Introduction : David fut un homme qui plu  Dieu car il fut un homme selon le coeur de Dieu. AJ=ai trouvé David, homme selon mon coeur@ Actes 13/32. Il y a sûrement eu des moments où ce garçon n=a pas plu  Dieu, mais en faisant le bilan de sa vie : Il y avait l=approbation de Dieu. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Manage Cross-Cultural Ministries

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Pastor David’s problem comes from the difference of world view assumption he has on leadership from most western style management books. First, let us examine some of the critical differences between Western and non-western assumptions about administratio

HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY MANAGE YOUR CROSS -CULTURAL MINISTRIES Introduction - Imagine Pastor David who loves his youth, successfully leads many young people to Christ, but struggles to know how to administrate his ministry. He knows his Biblical imperatives for youth ministry. He has successfully ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational