Sermons on Sauls Failure:

Being Smart Spiritually Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 22, 2008

Tests of authenticity that prove the validity of Christianity and the failure of other forms of spirituality.

A Muslim heard the good news about Jesus and decided to become a Christian. His Islamic friends asked him, “Why on earth have you done such a thing? What could possibly cause you to leave the religion you grew up with, the faith of your fathers, and turn to following Jesus?” “Well,” he replied, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Reboot Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

God can use our past failures to establish bright futures

2/23 The Reboot Romans 8:28 Four steps to reboot: 1. Accept your failure: There is no such thing as a perfect person, perfect marriage, or perfect family. Romans 3:23 Imperfect people fail. sinned/sin (amartia): to miss the mark. 2. Receive God’s grace: His glorious ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Who Will Lead

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Jan 9, 2022

Today's failures are multiplied in tomorrow's leaders.

To get an understanding of the book of Judges, it is important to first understand the relationship between Moses and Joshua and how their distinct personalities set the tone for their leadership styles and set the tone for what was to come following their deaths. Moses was passionate and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:1, Judges 2:10, Judges 21:25

Denomination: Charismatic

Getting Your Joy Back - Psalm 51:8-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 19, 2025

How do you get joy back after a major failure?

Psalm 51:1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. 4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:8-19

An Unusual Conversion

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 19, 2007

In our text, let’s take a look at Saul, the kind of man he was and how he came to accept Christ. Saul was: 1- A mean man 2- A humbled man 3- A new man 4- A preaching man

INTRO.- Did ever have a conversion experience? That is, being converted from the Cubs to the Cardinals? Or from Ford to Chevrolet? Or from McDonald’s to Burger King? Etc. ILL.- After moving here over four years ago, I started visiting Brother Elmer Schilly, who at that time was in the nursing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming The Fear Factor

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007

There is an "x" factor thorughout history, and in our lives, whose presence is the difference between success and failure, blessing and cursing, life and death.

Passage: 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Intro: A favorite sermon style at this church is when PJ does math!! 1. don’t worry, I checked it all out with the coach of the State champion Math Counts team. 2. going to look at this familiar story of David and Goliath, but add this mathematical twist. 3. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Find God When You Missed All

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 18, 2003

Through the failure of Peter, we can see that our failures can transform our lives, our destinies are in its hand ! He will be able to always find us where we are!

TROUVEZ DIEU QUAND VOUS AVEZ TOUT RATE Lecture Jean 21/ Premier Point : Ici nous retrouvons, le groupe des disciples, et un peu au centre de l’histoire, celui qui l’avait renié, j’ai nommé Pierre… Jésus est allé le chercher sur le terrain là où il l’avait déjà amené à lui, la première fois ! Là ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Did It My Way

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

Saul did it his way because he was filled with pride, was controlled by impulse, and driven by rebellion.

Patrick O’Boyle tells about an incident in Hyde Park, a large public park in London, England, famous for its soapbox orators. He recalls one particular day, back in the 1940’s, when Frank Sheed, a Christian author and publisher was addressing the crowd in the “Speakers’ Corner.” He writes: “Sheed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

A Changed Life

Contributed by Tony Britt on Jun 18, 2001

This sermon deals with the power of Jesus Christ to change a person’s life, by looking at the conversion of Saul.

A Changed Life! Change! What comes to mind when you hear the word change? Do you think of the jingle jangle in your pocket? Do you think of the many times your mom has changed the furniture in the house around? Do you think of the many times you had to change outfits because you couldn’t figure ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001

A sermon for pastors and church leaders. It is a message on leadership illustrated from the interactions between Samuel and Saul.

I Samuel 14:47: After Saul had assumed rule over Israel, he fought against their enemies on every side: Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment on them. Saul was a fighting King. He was a great general. He dealt all kinds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-29

Denomination: Holiness

Grateful For Grace

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 11, 2000

David's treatment of Saul's son, Mephibosheth, is an example of why we should be thankful for God's grace.

Grateful for Grace 2 Samuel 9:1-8 Introduction Sally tells this true story: I heard the door open and slam shut at the back of the church. An exasperated young man looked around briefly and then sat next to me. "Sorry I'm late!" he offered with no explanation. I wondered: Who is this stranger ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Kwame Kilpatrick And Great Falls In The Bible

Contributed by David Parks on Sep 8, 2008

Like King Saul, He seemed like a man with an incredible future but in the end he fell

KWAME KILPATRICK AND GREAT FALLS IN THE BIBLE Text: 2:Samuel 1:27 INTRODUCTION: 1. This was a historic week for the state of Michigan. After months of controversy, the Mayor of Detroit plead guilty to two felony counts of lying under oath and accepted a sentence of 4 months in jail forfeiture of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time To Celebrate Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 25, 2008

There is reversal of the edict to annihilate the Jews. Now they have the opportunity to complete what Saul left lacking.

Let the celebration begin Saying Yes to God part 9 Esther 9:1-10:3 WE all have a reason to celebrate. The Feast of Purim, usually in March, is a festive feast of the Jews, they celebrate it with great passion. As Christians we have been adopted into history of the OT and have our own reasons to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cry From The Cave

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jan 9, 2005

David was hiding in a dark cave from Saul, but his greatest darkness was that of his spirit, and soul

The Cry From The Caves Psa 142:1-7 The book of Psalms it a book that deals with practically every human emotion. If you’re dealing with an emotional problem, you’ll probably find something in the Psalms that you can identify with. It is an extremely honest book ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can Refuse God's Call?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 29, 2006

Pentecost 3(C) - When God calls, who can refuse? Not Saul, nor Paul.

WHO CAN REFUSE GOD’S CALL? June 25, 2006 - PENTECOST 3 - Galatians 1:11-24 * * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Today we continue with our study of Galatians with Paul’s concern for the faith of the faithful in Christ. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:11-24

Denomination: Lutheran