Sermons on Philistines:

Free At Last - (Exodus Part 5) Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 5, 2018

The Israelites walk into the desert - directed by God. God knows the way, God shows the way, God holds the day. Focus on graduation.

Exodus 13:17-22 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 17 When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them by way of the land of the Philistines, although that was nearer; for God thought, “If the people face war, they may change their minds and return to Egypt.” 18 So God led the people by the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mephibosheth

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 26, 2012

THIS SERMON DEALS WITH THE KINDNESS OF DAVID TO MEPHIBOSHETH, THE SON OF JONATHON.

HFL MAY 15, 2011 2 SAMUEL 9:1-4 1David asked, “Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” 2Now there was a servant of Saul’s household named Ziba. They called him to appear before David, and the king said to him, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Common Problem

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 22, 2012

Why do we rebel even as babies. I don’t know. Why did the people in Israel continue to sin even in the face of God’s miracles. I don’t know.

Our Common Problem The cycle of Judges: A judge dies and the people rebel against God and worship other gods because they are without Spiritual leadership. God brings retribution in the form of captivity and slavery by a neighbouring enemy. The people repent and cry out to God for relief. God ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:6-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Impossible Thing I Series

Contributed by Virgil Hurley on Mar 8, 2016

By trusting God in the past and experiencing victories, David could be assured of confidence and success overcoming succeeding problems. A lesson for each of us.

THE IMPOSSIBLE THING I Samuel 17:4-11, 16, 20-25 Virg Hurley Sermon, March 6, 2016 Christy Brown was born in 1933 with cerebral palsy. His parents were told that nothing could be done for him. They should put him in an institution. Instead they took him home and loved him. In time Christy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Obedience Always Brings Blessings

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 10, 2017

The Outcome of Obedience to God will always bring blessing!

OBEDIENCE ALWAYS BRINGS BLESSINGS Luke 5:1-11 The Outcome of Obedience to God will always bring blessing! The Lord’s simple requests often serve as stepping-stones to life’s most wonderful blessings. -Simon Peter illustrates what can happen when we say yes to God. The Lord wanted to use Peter’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unless The Lord Was On Our Side: An Exposition Of Psalm 124

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 18, 2021

Perhaps the question should be: "Are we on God's side?" This is one of the Psalms of Ascents.

Unless the LORD was on our Side Psalm 124 Today, we are taking a look at the 124th Psalm which is listed both as a Song of Ascent as well as a Psalm of David. The songs of ascent are a collection of fifteen psalms (120-134). Some like this one are attributed to David, one to Solomon, and others ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let God Arise Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 19, 2023

God spoke to me that He is going to arise for his church, and God is going to arise for his people

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Scripture: Psalm 68:1, Deuteronomy 28:7, Psalm 68:3, Numbers 10:35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Showing God’s Kindness Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 6, 2022

David knew God’s kindness. He was not undisputed king because he deserved it, but because he of God’s kindness. What better way to respond to God’s kindness to him by showing another kindness. Mephibosheth once lived in favor in the royal family.

The most famous story of the life of King David is the David and Goliath story. Almost every Sunday school child could tell you that story. But what about David and Mephibosheth? It is not so well known. For one thing it is easier to stay Goliath than it is Mephibosheth. Just try to say ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Half Hearted Service: Gradualism

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 10, 2025

Beware my friend there is a danger of slowly drifting off course. Where is your zeal and enthusiam for serving the Lord?

HALF HEARTED SERVICE: GRADUAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I lived in Lee County, Virginia and we would travel 68 from our house through Cumberland Gap, Tennessee to Middlesboro, Ky. We traveled through the national park. Linda and I would see a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3, Revelation 3:14-18, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I’m Determined To Be Blessed

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Oct 14, 2025

Through the tears, through the trials, through the testing, my heart is fixed, my faith is firm, and my eyes are on Jesus, and I won’t let disappointment define me, or delay me. I’m pressing my way, because I’m determined to be blessed.

Scripture Text: Genesis 26:12–14 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold: and the Lord blessed him. And the man waxed great, and went forward, and grew until he became very great: For he had possession of flocks, and possession of herds, and great store of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Trust God When You Are Afraid - Psalm 56:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 3, 2025

Fear. It’s one of the most universal human emotions. From the trembling of a child in the dark to the anxious heart of an adult uncertain about tomorrow — fear is something we all know.

Go! And Trust God When You Are Afraid - Psalm 56:3 Psalm 56:3 (NLT) – “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.” Introduction – Faith in the Face of Fear Fear. It’s one of the most universal human emotions. From the trembling of a child in the dark to the anxious heart of an adult ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3-4, Psalm 56:13, Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:6-7, Luke 23:46, Romans 10:9, 1 John 4:18, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Matthew 14:28-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tell It Not In Gath

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Apr 22, 2025

I was born a Muslim and one thing I have noticed between the two religions( Christianity and Islam) is this: In Islam there is espirit décor, the spirit of brotherhood/ brotherhood is not in Christianity rather we look for means of bringing ourselves down

TELL IT NOT IN GATH, PUBLISH IT NOT IN THE STREET OF ASKELON. Text: 2. Sam. 1:17-27. And David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and over Jonathan his son: 18 (Also he bade them teach the children of Judah the use of the bow: behold, it is written in the book of Jasher.) 19 The beauty of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pass The Buck? Blame Game!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 27, 2025

From the beginning of time, humanity has the tenancy to not accept the responsibility for the words and actions . Adam blamed Eve. Eve blamed the serpent. Cain ask: AM I MY BROTHER'S KEEPER? We must quit blaming others!

PASS THE BUCK! THE BLAME GAME? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) BLOWING SMOKE? WHO TOLD ON ME? I WAS TEACHING THE 6TH IN WOODWAY, VIRGINIA. The first day of school the teachers were meeting with the principal. When the floor opened for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-3, Matthew 7:1-5, Genesis 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When All You Have Is A Maybe PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

Explores faith, courage, and divine intervention, emphasizing the power of belief in God's favor and action, even against seemingly impossible odds.

Good morning, family of faith. I am delighted to be standing here today, sharing the living word of God with you all. We gather here, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, bound together by the love that He has so generously poured out upon us. We are here, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-7

Topics: Lord's Work, 1 Samuel 14

What To Do When Facing The Enemy!

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Like David, we may find ourselves surrounded by enemies—whether they are circumstances, people, or even our own doubts—but we can learn how to confront these challenges by seeking the Lord's aid. What do you do when facing the enemy? How do you find hope and victory in the midst of our battles?

TREASURES FROM THE PSALMS WED PM OCTOBER 4, 2023 CBBCKING What to Do When Facing the Enemy! Psalm 35:1-9 Introduction: Psalm 35 – lengthier Psalm… 28 verses long… not going to deal with every verse… main portions of the Psalm. Structure = Psalm 35 easily divides into 3 stanzas all marked ...read more

Denomination: Baptist