Sermons on Sauls Failure:

Introduction To Psalms Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 22, 2020

This is the introduction to a series of studies on selected Psalms, developed from a series of classes. This sermon does not examine a particular psalm, but makes observations about psalms in general.

In my personal studies I have found psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had ever realized. Too often I have swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as I should into the depths of meaning and feeling that are expressed by the psalmists. Upon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:7, Psalm 8:6, Acts 13:22, Psalm 110:1, Psalm 45:6, Psalm 41:9, Psalm 1:6, Psalm 49:1, John 13:18, Hebrews 4:7, Mark 12:36, Luke 1:46-55, Psalm 22:4, Isaiah 63:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Conquers Fear

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Nov 23, 2025

You know the bible mentions FEAR around 300-400 times BUT it mentions faith/trust/believe 1,000 times. Let that sink in. Faith overcomes Fear and Fear is there to test our Faith!

2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Let us pray… Let me tell you a story. One day a man decides to clean his roof gutter. It was filled with leaves and dirt and it was blocking the drainage. So he puts up his ladder, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 9:10, Proverbs 14:27, Psalm 111:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Things Which Keep You From Hearing God

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Sep 26, 2002

A look at things which keep the believer from hearing God.

“Things Which Keep You From Hearing God” Text: Matthew 13:10-17 Intro: I want to preach from verse 15, “their ears are dull of hearing” I want us from the Word of God to look at some “Things Which Keep You and I From Hearing God.” Prosperity – Jeremiah 22:21 “I spake unto thee in thy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Better Than Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Oct 12, 2001

If we truly think we’re better than another, we must demonstrate it by controlling ourselves, not controlling our neighbor.

“If you ever want to test the (1) of a person, ask him (or her) what you should do when your enemy is vulnerable. Unless they are men or women of God, they’ll tell you to (2) every time.” -Chuck Swindoll (1) = carnality (2) = strike I A Subtle Temptation (1-4) A. When we really want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Daring Great Things For God

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Sep 29, 2005

A close look at the challenges that David faced in his confrontation with Goliath

Daring Great Things For God Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-44 Theme: Great causes present great challenges. I. They challenge our motives – See 1 Samuel 17:1-28. Eliab, David’s oldest brother, asked a question that is relevant to anyone in similar shoes. “Why have you come?” God cares more about our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The End Of A Saint Is God's Glory

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 11, 2018

Follow His ways as Precious Holy Spirit prompts and leads you and your and shall surely glorify His holy name.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE END OF A SAINT IS GOD'S GLORY Acts 13:1-3 King James Version (KJV) 13 Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

Ananias

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 6, 2016

Some of earth’s greatest are often unnoticed and unknown; they do their appointed work and then vanish - This is Ananias

Sermon Ananias Acts 9:10 Some of earth’s greatest are often unnoticed and unknown; they do their appointed work and then vanish I. His Character a. He was a disciple v10 i. One who sat at the feet of Jesus and thus able to teach him who sat at the feet of Gamaliel. He is not described as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

Slain In The Spirit! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 10, 2024

Have you ever heard of the term "slain in the Spirit"?

Have you ever heard of the term "slain in the Spirit"? It's a phrase used to describe a powerful spiritual experience where an individual is overwhelmed by the presence of God, often resulting in a physical response such as falling to the ground or being unable to stand. In this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:4, Ezekiel 1:28

God’s Plans Are Catching Up With Us

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

The time has come for God’s plans to be fulfilled. God is looking for people to carry out His plans. As a result, God’s plans are catching up with His chosen people.

The time has come for God’s plans to be fulfilled. God is looking for people to carry out His plans. As a result, God’s plans are catching up with His chosen people. Human plans are being superseded by God’s designs. While Saul was searching for his sheep, God had already searched for him and ...read more

Expectations & Excuses

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 7, 2025

In Genesis 3:8-13, the refining of our expectations and removal of our excuses is shown in three ways through 1) God’s Gracious Call (Genesis 3:8-9), 2) God’s Gentle Question (Genesis 3:10-11), and 3) God’s Grace for Our Excuses (Genesis 3:12-13).

Genesis 3:8-13. 8 And they heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and the man and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God among the trees of the garden. 9 But the Lord God called to the man and said to him, “Where are you?” 10 And he said, “I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-13

Denomination: Other

Proof Of Gospel Conversion Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 8, 2008

Paul shows how certain events before he was saved, when he was saved, and after he was saved all prove his message was received from God and how we can testify to God’s radically changing grace.

Recently, Liberal leader Stéphane Dion — sat down with Michael Coren for a one-hour interview on his TV program, The Michael Coren Show. Within the first 10 minutes of the discussion he made several mentions of God. Coren noted: “These weren’t passing phrases or clumsy slang but obvious, absolute ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-24

Denomination: Other

Excellence In Integrity, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 21, 2003

Peter Deison has noted THREE MAJOR EVENTS in the life of David. It’s my contention that these THREE MAJOR EVENTS demonstrate for us what integrity is. We will take these in reverse chronological order and we’ll deal with the first of three events today.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I have been talking to you about Leadership and Service Excellence. After introducing the theme of Excellence, our first sermon was on Excellence in Influence. Last week, we began talking about Excellence in Integrity. Today, I want to continue to talk to you about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-7

Paul's Admonition Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 17, 2011

How often do we as believers look down on the world and in our hearts think, "I am so much better than that..." Not too many of us will admit it, but I can guarantee you it crosses the minds of believers every day. Do you love the lost? OR Do you condemn

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 10, 2011 Date Preached: November 13, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Romans Sermon Title: An Admonition of Hypocrisy Sermon Text: Romans 2:28-29 [ESV] 28For no one is a Jew who is merely one outwardly, nor ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Series: Do Not Limit The Holy One Of Israel (Part 6): Do Not Limit God In The Power Of Your Imagination – I Am Not A Grasshopper

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

We must learn to dream big for God for “As A Man Thinks In His Heart, So Is He” (Pro. 23:7). John Milton said: “The Mind in its own place can make a heaven or hell.” A godly vision requires risk-taking & must be intentional in glorifying God. Too often we see ourselves as nothing...

DO NOT LIMIT THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL (PART 6): DO NOT LIMIT GOD IN THE POWER OF YOUR IMAGINATION – I AM NOT A GRASSHOPPER 1. Numbers 13 1 The Lord said to Moses, 2 “Send some men to explore the land of Canaan, which I have given to the Israelites. From each ancestral tribe send one of its leaders.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:41, Numbers 13:1-33

Denomination: Charismatic

Evolution Of Rebellion Vi Series

Contributed by Anthony Mancina on Nov 18, 2002

How sin eventually evolves into rebellion

The Evolution of Rebellion VI Review Psalm 19 has been our foundational text for the past 6 weeks Rebellion – A spirit of resistance to authority Revolt against any authority or order Resisting controls I Samuel 15:22 – 23 – Saul’s Rebellion ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Pentecostal