Sermons on Sauls Failure:

Rebellion Leads To Rejection

Contributed by Darell Houseton on Nov 6, 2020

Saul controlled his fate. He could have stayed on course and followed the Instruction given him by God through Samuel, but instead he gave us an example of the RESULTS OF REBELLION, and REBELLED against the Lord’s command.

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:24-28New International Version (NIV) 24 Then Saul said to Samuel, “I have sinned. I violated the Lord’s command and your instructions. I was afraid of the men and so I gave in to them. 25 Now I beg you, forgive my sin and come back with me, so that I may worship the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:24-28

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 11, 2011

This question haunts many of us, especially as Christians. We think that things should go well if we are blessed of the Lord. When bad things happen, even seemingly disconnected things like losing a job or getting into an accident, we wonder why? Paul won

Finally here in the latter half of Chapter 11, Paul defends himself to the super-apostles by listing his accomplishments. He does it very reluctantly as he should. Taking credit for what you’ve done was normative for the false teachers in Corinth but is “this age” thinking. God is ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus And Peter Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 5, 2014

If we learn from Peter – hear the straight talk of Jesus to Peter and to us we can avoid a lot of the pitfalls and mistakes Peter made. If we yield to the straight talk of Jesus – listen – repent – change course then we too can make a difference for the Kingdom of Heaven.

Theme: Let’s Talk Series 3: Straight Talk What is it? It’s like when your spouse asks if the new outfit makes her look fat and you say, “Yes, you look like you gained 30 pounds!” It’s like when your wife asks if you love her new haircut and you say, “No you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-75

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Mighty Have Fallen

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

David, Pt. 8

HOW THE MIGHTY HAVE FALLEN (2 SAMUEL 1) In the summer of 2003 cyclist Lance Armstrong’s attempt to equal Miguel Indurain’s record of five successive Tour de France wins nearly came to a crashing halt. With fourteen stages completed and six stages to go, Armstrong’s lead was in jeopardy when he fell ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can God Use You? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Oct 31, 2013

Some of you will walk away today completely untouched or even offended by what you heard, others will be positively convicted. Either way you and I need to make a decision about how we want to be used. Like Saul, or like Paul?

The truth is God is using you. Whether you are a Christian or not, whether you know it or not, the sovereign God of the universe knows everyone and is orchestrating everything either by intervening or by taking his hands off. He uses all human beings to fulfill His purpose. The question becomes is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31, Ephesians 4:25-28

The Background Of The Apostle Paul Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 16, 2013

In this lesson, we will study the background of the apostle Paul, so that we might obtain a greater appreciation of his unique ministry.

Background of the Apostle Paul Introduction 1. In Acts 9:1-6, we read about the salvation testimony of the Apostle Paul. 2. Paul was on his way to Damascus to find and arrest Christians. On the road to Damascus, Paul has a face to face meeting with the risen and glorified Redeemer. This is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6, Philippians 3:2-6

Denomination: Bible Church

The Wilderness Years Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 2, 2022

Yahweh protected David throughout the wilderness years and for the most part, David relied on Yahweh and put his loyalty to Him above all other considerations. However, there is one glaring moment when David decided to go it alone ---- with disastrous consequences.

December 03, 2022 The stories of the Wilderness Years cover 9 chapters in 1 Samuel. Here are the highlights. After Jonathan and David parted, David fled to Nob, where the Tabernacle resided. He went to see Ahimelech, the high priest. Ahimelech was surprised to see David and asked why he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:14-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Acts 22

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 19, 2020

Paul's testimony

Paul's defense before the Jews Saul persecuted Christians before he was saved. (v.4) Saul's conversion, then he was named Paul. (v.10) Ananias' miracle - this was perhaps due to him being devout. (v.12) Paul's trance / vision - The Holy Spirit may speak to us this way, too. ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

1 Samuel Part 3

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 26, 2024

NASB, notes from biblegateway.com and from Marilyn Hickey Ministries

Saul Defeats the Ammonites, his reign, disobedience and rejection 11:1 Now Nahash the Ammonite came up and [a]besieged Jabesh-gilead; and all the men of Jabesh said to Nahash, “Make a covenant with us and we will serve you.” 2 But Nahash the Ammonite said to them, “I will make it with you on this ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Acts 9

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 6, 2020

Saul's conversion

Saul on the road to Damascus (v.1-9) When was our Damascus experience? Ananias healed Saul (v.10-22) Will we say "Here I am, Lord?" Our changed lives will be a witness. Can we prove Jesus is the Christ? The plot against Saul (v.23-31) Christ brings peace and the Holy Spirit ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Acts 13

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 10, 2020

Beginning Gentile ministry

Barnabas and Saul set apart for ministry (v.1-3) - We, too, should minister to the Lord, fast and pray. The Holy Spirit vs a magical spirit (v.4-13) - We should "proclaim the word of God." (v.5) Paul's setup using the Old Testament (v. 14-23) Are we "after God's heart" ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

1 Samuel Part 5

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 9, 2024

NASB

David Takes Consecrated Bread 21 Then David came to Nob to Ahimelech the priest; and Ahimelech came trembling to meet David and said to him, “Why are you alone and no one with you?” 2 David said to Ahimelech the priest, “The king has commissioned me with a matter and has said to me, ‘Let no one ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

1 Samuel Part 6

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 24, 2024

NASB

David Again Spares Saul 26 Then the Ziphites came to Saul at Gibeah, saying, “Is not David hiding on the hill of Hachilah, which is before [a]Jeshimon?” 2 So Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having with him three thousand chosen men of Israel (ABOUT THE SIZE OF AN ARMY BRIGADE), ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

2 Samuel Part 1

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 28, 2024

NASB

David Learns of Saul’s Death 1 Now it came about after the death of Saul, when David had returned from the slaughter of the Amalekites (LIKE EPHRAIM, ONE OF THE 12 TRIBES) that David remained two days in Ziklag. 2 On the third day, behold, a man came out of the camp from Saul, with his clothes ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Excuses Or Obedience Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 7, 2025

We will leave Saul alone with little to do but wait as Jesus had directed him to do; and we pick up our passage with God speaking to another servant.

“Excuses or Obedience” Acts 9:10-18 We left off last time with Saul being led by others to Damascus and left alone with strangers for 3 days. He did not eat or drink during that time. Vs. 6 “And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-18

Denomination: Baptist