Sermons on Sauls Failure:

God Knows What He Is Looking For Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 5, 2009

This is the first in a series on the life of David. After giving some background, this lesson focuses on how God chooses and prepares His servants.

Introduction A. Happy New Year church family! Welcome to 2009 – the last year of the first decade of the 21st century! Hard to believe. B. Have you chosen any resolutions for the new year? 1. I heard about a man who announced that he was starting a diet as the new year began. 2. His friend ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pitfalls Of Expectation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2025

Here are biblical examples that illustrate the importance of tempering our expectations with reality.

Expectations can be a double-edged sword in relationships. While they can inspire hope and anticipation, they can also lead to disappointment and heartache. The Bible offers valuable insights into the complexities of human relationships and the dangers of unchecked expectations. Here are biblical ...read more

Scripture: John 5:39-40, Matthew 26:33-35

No One Will Take My Place

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 28, 2025

God has a divine assignment for each of us, and He expects us to fulfil it. However, when people fail in their calling, God can replace them with someone else.

NO ONE WILL TAKE MY PLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1 "And the Lord said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1, Revelation 3:11, Matthew 25:28, Acts 1:20, Esther 4:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Vengeance Belongs To God Leave Room For Divine Justice Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 3, 2025

Here are biblical examples that illustrate the importance of leaving vengeance to God

The Bible teaches us that vengeance belongs to God, and it's essential to leave room for His divine justice. This principle is rooted in Scripture, reminding us that God is the ultimate judge and avenger. Here are biblical examples that illustrate the importance of leaving vengeance to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:38-42

A Cloud Of Witnesses

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

Do our loved ones in heaven know what goes on here on earth?

HEB.12:1 "A CLOUD OF WITNESSES" * A question that has been asked me so many times, and probably is in the hearts of millions of other people is: Do our loved ones in heaven know what goes on here on this earth? * I can say with assurance and show you in the bible that they do know. * And I can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

What God Did Not Say Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 11, 2010

These message addresses how Giod does not tell us everything we will face when we answer His call to act.

What God Did Not Say Scriptures: Genesis 12:1-3; Exodus 3:10; 1 Samuel 16:12-13 Introduction: Have you ever questioned or had doubts about something you believe God told you to do because you ran into problems when you started your journey to fulfill it? There are times when we begin to act ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Champions Are Made, Not Born Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004

David, Pt. 2 of 15

CHAMPIONS ARE MADE, NOT BORN (1 SAM. 17:21-49) //Lucy was reading a book when his brother Linus said while eating his sandwich: “"Hands are fascinating things. . . . I like my hands. . . . I think I have nice hands. . . . My hands seem to have a lot of character. . . . These are hands which may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:21-49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

#1 Dig Your Own Well? Codependence.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 17, 2021

This is part 1 of a 2 part lesson on the imbalance of a codependent attitude. Several Bible characters never had a personal experience with Jesus. They depended on others.

#1 DIG MY OWN WELL? BEING CODEPENDENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (#1 OF 2 PARTS) ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15, Philippians 4:5, 1 Samuel 15:27-30, Acts 8:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Samuel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Samuel was a remarkable prophet, judge, and leader who played a crucial role in Israel’s history. His life was marked by obedience, prayer, and unwavering commitment to God. He guided Israel through a time of transition and left behind a legacy of faithfulness.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SAMUEL – PROPHET AND LAST JUDGE OF ISRAEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 3:19 "And Samuel grew, and the Lord was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground." Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:3-17, 1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:3-17, 1 Samuel 8:1-22, 1 Samuel 12:1-25, Jeremiah 1:5, Acts 13:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Learning From A Giant Killer (Part 1)

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 4, 2008

Lessons on life that are revealed through the life of David

Learning from a Giant Killer Selected Passages Lessons from the life of David December 30, 2007 Evening Message This message was written with the aid of two major sources David: A man of Passion and Destiny by Charles R Swindoll David: A man after God’s own heart by J. Vernon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:8-9

Denomination: Church Of God

My What A Coincidence

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 9, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 16: 1 – 23

1 Samuel 16: 1 – 23 My what a coincidence 16 Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with oil, and go; I am sending you to Jesse the Bethlehemite. For I have provided Myself a king among his sons.” 2 And ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Life Of David: From Sheeps To Creeps Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 12, 2006

We will look at David and Goliath today and see how David went from tending sheep to facing this creep... and how we can face obstacles in our lives.

LIFE OF DAVID: FROM SHEEPS TO CREEPS 1 SAMUEL 17:1-58 INTRODUCTION...www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/local/article/0,1299,DRMN_15_4361829,00.html I want to share a story with you from last week in the Rocky Mountain Newspaper in Denver, Colorado. The story centers around a hot dog vendor and a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chosen But Not Yet Crowned – God Looks At The Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

David’s anointing in 1 Samuel 16 teaches us that God’s standards are not the same as man’s. He chooses the humble, the hidden, the faithful, and the pure in heart.

CHOSEN BUT NOT YET CROWNED – GOD LOOKS AT THE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, Jeremiah 17:10, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 23:27-28, 2 Corinthians 10:18 INTRODUCTION: When God rejects one man, He begins preparing another. The fall of Saul in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Critical Intersections Of Life

Contributed by Jack Martin on Mar 27, 2023

This morning, were going to be looking at those intersections in our life that often affect the rest of our life.

INTRODUCTION This morning, were going to be looking at those intersections in our life that often affect the rest of our life. These can be a crossroad, blind intersection, forks, Stop signs, traffic circle, or an intersection with multiple streets. Not that anyone here can relate to missing a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

David Flees To The Philistines Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 18, 2019

First Samuel 27:1-28:2 shows us that even God's servants of great faith can falter.

Scripture When David was still a teenager, God called him to become the next king over Israel. However, David’s ascension to the throne was still many years away. David served Saul for a number of years, but eventually Saul became extremely jealous of David and wanted him killed. David became a ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed