Sermons on Saul Alinsky:

Closer Than A Brother

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 2, 2006

David’s friendship with Jonathan was a remarkable and once in a lifetime kind of friendship.

“Closer than a Brother” 1 Samuel 17:50 Thus David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone, and he struck the Philistine and killed him; but there was no sword in David’s hand. 51 Then David ran and stood over the Philistine and took his sword and drew it out of its sheath and killed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Saved To Serve Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 28, 2020

God saves us so we will serve Him.

How many of you have ever had physical therapy? Do we have any physical therapists or physical therapy assistants here today? I’m 12 weeks into PT for my rotator cuff surgery and now know what PT stands for – pain and torture! JK. I’m actually making great progress…finally. I’ve graduated to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Forward After Mourning Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Sep 27, 2023

Samuel stops mourning and moves on

The story of King David begins in 1 Samuel 16. At this time, Israel already had a king named Saul. But Saul was disobedient to God and ultimately was rejected as king. This was disappointing because Saul had been king for 42 years and the prophet Samuel had invested SO much time and energy into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1

When God Removes Your Blindfold

Contributed by Elizabeth Mccaskill on Aug 24, 2003

Blindfolds are covering that prevents one from seeing. The devil uses sin to blindfold the world today so that they can not see the truth.

Text Acts: 9:18-19 State Subject: When God Removes your blindfold A blindfold is a covering over the eyes that will prevent one from being able to see. Church you need to realize that the devil uses blindfolds today to keep the world from seeing the truth. He has the world blinded into thinking ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-22, 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Methodist

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 30, 2007

Many people confuse meekness for weakness. But true meekness is strong, a gentleness of spirit and humility that comes from confidence in God.

Matt 5.5 "Blessed are the meek for they will inherit the earth." As we go through these beatitudes we’re discovering that Jesus turns conventional wisdom on its head and presents those things the world despises as the way of the Kingdom. And this morning we’ve come to a beatitude that isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Chasing Dead Dogs & Fleas

Contributed by Bruce Howell on May 27, 2005

So many chase after the unimportant and insignificant things of life. The Bible calls us to prioritize in favor of eternal values.

Chasing Dead Dogs! ALL TRULY SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE IN LIFE HAVE BEEN THOSE WHO PRIORITIZED. Furthermore, they had their priorities in order. A businessman, referring to a friend who was devoting most of his time and energy in pursuit of an insignificant matter, said, “He reminds me of a bulldog ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Seek God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2016

We see David's motivation, his determination to seek God and his willingness to obey.

The Lord prepares David, His anointed one, for the Kingship. • Step by step, little by little, the young shepherd is being taught and trained to trust God and manage difficult circumstances. • God prepares him, not in a classroom but through the crucible of life – through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Light Calls Us To Fellowship Series

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Dec 22, 2002

How can we experience genuine fellowship? By walking in His light!

God’s Light Calls us to Fellowship Acts 9:26-31 – fellowship community 22 December 2002 Series – Christmas: A Celebration of Light! Introduction: Our series is simply, Christmas: A Celebration of Light! And throughout our series, we have been anchored by one main verse from the gospel of John - ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:26-31, 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Changing Experience Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 17, 2008

This message is meant to emphasis the need for salvation and the means of a life changing experience. Not as just a single point in time but over an entire life time.

A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE Acts 9:1-22 INTRODUCTION: A. I read an article on line at topachiever.com the other day written by Gail Elliott, president of Innovations. 1. The title of the article was Life Changing Experiences. 2. She was talking about one of those really bad hair days, when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Stuff

Contributed by Steve Hess on Nov 22, 2010

No matter what life brings, you can rise above the stuff.

The Stuff 1 Samuel 10:22 Therefore they enquired of the LORD further, if the man should yet come thither. And the LORD answered, Behold, he hath hid himself among the stuff. God brought the children of Israel out of Egypt into the Promised Land. For many years they were led by God’s judges. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Live After Being Anointed Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 22, 2019

Today we take look at the aftermath of David’s anointing and how you too can learn how to live your life after being anointed.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Last week I talked about the lifestyle David demonstrated which resulted in God recognizing the potential in the next king of Israel within him. David lived a life of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-17, 1 Samuel 16:18, 1 Samuel 16:21-23, John 13:14-16, Matthew 20:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

1 And 2 Samuel: The Calling Of Three Great Men, What Is God’s Will For You? Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 16, 2025

Books 1 and 2 of Samuel recount a time in history and of God's narrative of redemption. Three man called and their responses to their individual calls. God's will how do we respond?

1 and 2 Samuel a fly over, and a look at calling. What is God’s will for you? 1 Samuel 3:8-10. The following gives an understanding of the two books of Samuel, this is not my work but is well worth listening to, it comes from Biblies.net. I will tell you when I am speaking my own words soon. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:8-10, 1 Samuel 3:1, 1 Samuel 3:11-14, 1 Samuel 9:15-17, 1 Samuel 16:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Judgmental Giant Series

Contributed by Richard White on May 21, 2007

This Giant beats us down with legalisms, we defeat him with LOVE. Find your Jonathan.

The Judgmental Giant. 1 Samuel 18:1-16 She is always checking her mirrors, studying the faces of the other drivers, she is keeping an eye out for him. She knows he’ll come after her again. The message on the machine “Nothing will keep you from me.” I am your husband, till death do us part ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ishbosheth Assassinated (2 Samuel 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 1, 2025

Are mere words good enough or does God want us to obey? Let's look at 2 Samuel 4.

Do we rely upon a man to protect us or God? Did David support an assassination or punish those involved? Is doing God’s will more important than empty words? Let’s look at 2 Samuel 4. Did Ishbosheth rely on God or Abner for protection? When Saul’s son Ish-bosheth heard that Abner had died in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What The Bible Says About Magic And Ghost

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on May 23, 2008

What does God’s Word say about: Magic, Witches, Mediums, and Ghost?

What the Bible Says About Magic and Ghosts 1 Samuel 28:3-25 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Evening, May 18, 2008 In this passage, Saul is coming to the end of his rope. He is self-destructing and the book of 1 Samuel is basically the story of God’s choice to put David on the throne, as well ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:3-25

Denomination: Baptist