Sermons on King Saul:

Authenticity

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 6, 2016

To become authentic means to become genuine. Hints in becoming genuine. 1. Honest -- Speak the truth. 2. Direct -- Speak in terms that are clear, concise and focused. 3. About here-and-now -- Speak about what is going on right now.

Authenticity 1 Samuel 17:38-40NKJB Haddon Robinson once gave this word of wisdom "In any situation, what you ARE determines what you see, what you SEE determines what you DO." Keep that in mind as we study David, Saul and Goliath. So Saul clothed David with his armor, and he put a bronze ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rehoboam And Jeroboam Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 27, 2023

As the leader goes, so goes the nation...............

January 28, 2023 Solomon reigned over Israel for 40 years. He was successful in many areas of his life, but he also made choices that led to catastrophic failures and consequences that would lead to the division of the nation. Jeroboam worked for Solomon. A prophet of God told him that, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:20-21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Don't Be Fooled By Those Who Wear Holy Faces On Sunday But Harbor Poison In Their Hearts.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

Not everyone who wears Sunday clothes is a saint; some carry Monday poison....

The Mask of Deception In the realm of the righteous, where the Sunday best is donned with pride, beware the whispers of the wolf in sheep's clothing. For they come bearing gifts of deceit, their outward appearance a contrast to the venom that festers within. The Warning "Beware of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35, Matthew 23:27

How To Be A Somebody, By God!

Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 5, 2011

Divine principles that will build you up!

Matthew 2:4-6 says, “Where is he that is born King of the Jews?...and they said, in Bethlehem of Judaea”. We hear these verses of scripture read every year at Christmas time, but do we really hear them? If you was going to bring a child into the world, a very special child that you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:4-6

Denomination: *other

The Choice Is Ours Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 13, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore why godly people are different and why the wicked often justify and attack those who live uprightly.

Understanding the Difference Between the Godly and the Wicked As human beings, we are faced with choices every day. We can choose to live a life that honors God or one that rejects His ways. The Bible teaches us that our choices have consequences and that we will be held accountable for them. In ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19

Our Small Minds And The Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 29, 2022

Jesus Christ, son of God and son of man, appears in our midst and when He does, we count the cost of discipleship to Him and often pass up the opportunity.

Monday of 4th Week In Course To be frank, David messed up, and messed up royally. He did only one thing right in getting involved with Bathsheba. He acknowledged and repented of his royal, deadly sin. And he was forgiven, but that was not the end of the story. He and Bathsheba lost their child, as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, 2 Samuel 15:13-30, Psalm 3:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Live In Unfairness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 16, 2023

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Live Well".

Series: Live Well [#7] LIVE IN UNFAIRNESS 1 Peter 3:8-22 Introduction: One of the hardest lessons to learn in life is that life is not always fair. It seems like the harder you try to live like a Christian the more difficulties you face. It also seems like those who could care less about God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Is The Lords

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 4, 2023

David was anointed by Samuel as a boy but did not ascend the throne for another 25 years. He faced battles from his family, battles from his enemies, and battles from within. From each challenge he faced we learn that when the Battle is the LORD’s the victory is ours.

1 Samuel 17:44-51 NKJV “The Battle is the LORD’s” June 4, 2023 Up to this point in history, God had ruled the nation, raising up judges as they were needed. This was how things operated all the way from the time of Moses through the days of the Prophet, Priest, and Judge Samuel. God warned them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:44-51

Denomination: Baptist

Motherhood: Rizpah

Contributed by Daniel Owens on Jan 8, 2008

Sometimes we equate motherhood with simple devotion. But the Bible tells us it’s more.

II Samuel 21:10-11 One person wrote it this way; "A godly mother will point her children to God by the force of their example as much as by the power of their words." -- Croft M. Penze The situation in the American home is acute, no doubt about that Did you realize that only 7% of the people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Beginning

Contributed by Timothy Darling on May 29, 2008

Saul’s conversion was a time of transition for him. It was a time of seeing Jesus and becoming like Him. We can take advantage of our transitions too ...

A new beginning Acts 9:1-22 When Jesus enters our lives, everything changes. Just ask Saul of Tarsus. He did such a complete turnaround that he was completely unrecognizable and baffling to everyone who knew him. Nether his old friends nor his old enemies could quite take in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Mennonite

Your Heart Condition Before God Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 9, 2022

It is your heart that determines your usability. Maybe you are not the obvious choice for some position. The lesser known man who has the heart of God prevailed in the case of David. God’s principle remains the same.

When God looks at you He does not see your height or weight or any warts or blemishes. God sees your heart and He sees you for your heart. How pure is your heart before God? This is the story of the anointing of David, the king of Israel. The setting begins with King Saul. Saul took leadership ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Under God's Protection And Examples Of Satan's Attacks On Our Anointing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 26, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few examples of Satan's attacks on our anointing and learn how to stay under God's protection.

As believers, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle against the forces of darkness. Satan, the enemy of our souls, seeks to destroy our anointing and hinder our effectiveness in serving God. One of the ways he accomplishes this is by using people to attack and discourage us. In this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15, Galatians 2:4-5

Goliath's Armor Bearer

Contributed by James May on Oct 14, 2003

Goliath’s armor bearer took the brunt of the battle for him. Satan does the same to those who work for him. But God fights for us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming Men Of Integrity

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 10, 2019

This is a Men's Day sermon for an inner-city church facing issues of poverty and legalization of marijuana in their community. It looks at David and his meeting with Ahimelek. David's lack of integrity had painful consequences.

Becoming Men Of Integrity 1 Samuel 21:1-9 Luke 13:31-35 11/8/2019 When you hear the word integrity, what other words come into your mind. Some words I think of are honesty, faithfulness, keeping your word, trustworthy, consistent, dependable, caring, righteous, justice and steadfast. Men ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9, Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bucket List Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 14, 2020

A bucket list is a list of things you want to do before you "kick the bucket." But God warns us that there is one item we MUST have on that "bucket list." What is that "one item", and how do accomplish it?

Did you realize all the things we do with time? We “MAKE” time, and we TAKE time, for things that are important to us. We “SAVE” time with all kinds of gadgets and doodads. We “MARK” time, we “KILL” time, we “RACE AGAINST” time. AND (someone noted) that the worst thing you can do with time, is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ