Sermons on Jonathan Wainwright:

Saul Disobeys God (1 Samuel 13)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 8, 2025

What is the difference between a man after God's own heart and a man after self-glorification? Let's begin in 1 Samuel 13.

Did Saul act foolishly, disobeying God? What kind of heart was God looking for in a national leader? What kind of heart do we have? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 13. How old was Saul when he began to rule and how long was he king? Saul was thirty years old when he became king, and he reigned for ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Qualified To Serve? Series

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on May 24, 2002

What are the qualifications of a leader and those that follow and support those that take on that responsibility? The Scripture is clear and the authority that is given to those who lead is from God.

Sermon Title: Are You Qualified to Serve? [5 of ] Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – May 26, 2002 Scripture Introduction: As we prepare to read this mornings text, we need to consider that Paul is writing to his favorite pupil. Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16, 1 Samuel 14:1-15

Denomination: *other

"The Window" Series

Contributed by Bill Love on Jul 29, 2009

Examining the story of Mephibosheth shows us the danger of being consumbed by our circumstances and the situations we find ourselves in, what would it be like if you could change your perspective, you can if you remember who you are and If you want to kno

Good Morning, I’m excited to be able to kick off this series called BIOGRAPHY: NICKNAMES Historically, individual names were believed to be a person’s private property. As such, they were not to be spoken too often. So, back in the day, people began using "extra" names to call or refer to each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Swords Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jan 5, 2010

People of courage go first, have faith and inspire others

THE TWO SWORDS A young writer with a very uncertain income went into a quiet park to contemplate a serious problem. For four years he had been engaged but felt he did not have enough money to get married. He wanted to live and write in Paris, Rome, Vienna, London -- everywhere. However, without ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Friendship: A Lesson From Belly Buttons

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 23, 2012

Our navel is a constant reminder that we all started life connected to another human being; many many of us spend all of our lives trying to get reconnected to someone.

FRIENDSHIP: A LESSON FROM BELLY BUTTONS 1 Samuel 23:14-18 14 David stayed in the desert strongholds and in the hills of the Desert of Ziph. Day after day Saul searched for him, but God did not give David into his hands. 15 While David was at Horesh in the Desert of Ziph, he learned that Saul had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:14-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Trouble With Success Series

Contributed by James D. Thornber on Dec 26, 2013

We would like to think that after killing Goliath, David would be well-liked and admired by everyone in Israel. But the problem with success is it brings its own set of difficulties. How we handle these difficulties shows our character vefore God.

The Trouble With Success 1 Samuel 18:1-16 How many like to think that when good things are happening that everyone will like us and want to rejoice with us? Most people will. But there will be people, even in the church, who will be jealous of our victories, and how we handle this jealousy and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hancock: Delivered But Damaged Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon on how even the best of us are damaged and broken, and God can still use us.

INTRO * My favorite story in the whole Bible * David because of a blood covenant that brings Mephibosheth to live in the King's palace * Picture of God's love to us * The thing that interests me about this story... ...there isn't a perfect ending! * Mephibosheth is in the palace * But still ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rising Above Life's Challenges SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

An inspiring message about rising above the challenges brought about by life's unpredictable changes, such as death and shifts in leadership.

Today, we will explore a powerful message about overcoming uncontrollable circumstances brought about by changes due to death and leadership. The story revolves around David and Mephibosheth, the grandson of Saul and son of Jonathan. It is a tale of distress caused by change, an invitation ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Topics: Overcoming Obstacles, Old Testament Characters

Every Crutch Removed Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 3, 2009

We learn in this lesson that even when all our crutches are removed and all the we have is God - that God is more than enough.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the jet that was making a transatlantic flight, when suddenly the pilot’s voice came on the intercom: “Those of you on the left side of the plane have probably noticed that one of our engines has failed. Please do not be alarmed. We can still fly on three ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing On The Promises Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 3, 2020

Our faith in the promises of God are the anchor that holds us secure no matter what storm we are facing. The lifeline of God's promises anchors us to the very throne of God. Our job is to trust and hold on!

A. One day a young mother was feeling rather down and hopeless when she heard the phone ring. 1. The young mother picked up the phone and said, “Hello.” 2. A woman’s voice immediately said, “Honey, it’s mom. I called because I know that you’re overwhelmed with the three children, and I want to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:17-20, Romans 15:13, 1 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mephibosheth And Me (2025)

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 10, 2025

The Old Testament story of Mephibosheth is a wonderful story of grace and provision. It is a powerful illustration of what God has done for us through Christ.

Introduction: A. Welcome to Family and Friend Day, we are really thrilled to have so many “friends” visiting with us today. 1. We sincerely hope that you are having an uplifting and inspiring time. B. Let’s talk about funny names for a minute. 1. Many years ago, when we were looking at names for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On An Eminence Of Friendship

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 31, 2025

Friendship is the bond that unites.

Henri Nouwen, a Dutch priest once remarked: “When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives mean the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving advice, solutions, or cures, have chosen rather to share our pain and touch our wounds with a warm and tender hand. The ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-15, Proverbs 17:17, Exodus 33:11, Revelation 3:20

Biblical Armour Bearing

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 28, 2014

To expose the doctrine of armour-bearing and discuss the biblical way of doing it.

I. EXORDIUM: Is your armour-bearing biblical? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Advanced Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To expose the doctrine of armour-bearing and discuss the biblical way of doing it. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:11 (Amplified Bible) 6:11 Put on God’s whole armor [the armor of a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Friendship With God Or The World Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 21, 2023

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#3] FRIENDSHIP WITH GOD OR THE WORLD? 1 Samuel 19:1-5 Introduction: The older I get, the more that I realize what an impact our friends have on our lives. Our friends can either be a bump in the road to us or a blessing to us. While we should be friendly to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 19:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

From Story To Glory

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

The story of Mephibosheth is a powerful testimony of how God’s grace can transform a life marked by pain, rejection, and obscurity into one of restoration, favour, and glory.

Title: FROM STORY TO GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 9:1-13 Supporting Texts: 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 16:1-4, 2 Samuel 19:24-30 INTRODUCTION: The story of Mephibosheth is a powerful testimony of how God’s grace can transform a life marked by pain, rejection, and obscurity into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 16:1-4, 2 Samuel 19:24-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God