Sermons on Sauls Fall:

A New Beginning (2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

Second in a series exploring the early chapters of Genesis, this three-point expository sermon underscores the deceptive character of sin, the destructive consequences of sin, and the divine covering for sin.

A New Beginning (Part 2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/13/14 It was a bright Sunday morning in 18th century London, but Robert Robinson’s mood was anything but sunny. All along the street there were people hurrying to church, but in the midst of the crowd Robinson ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Recover Your Way Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 31, 2023

It’s not hard to admit that we are sinners - it’s the one thing we know about ourselves. But it is hard to admit that our own sin and struggle have left a mess behind us … and sometimes we’re still dealing with it.

Recover Your Way Genesis 2:1-25 Introduction During the month of September, we are going to be talking about the theme of recovery. The truth is that we are all in recovery. Romans 3:10,23 “There is no one righteous, not even one…for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” It’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Demand For A King Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 16, 2022

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Israel's 1st King". This Series is about King Saul.

Series: Israel’s 1st King [#1] THE DEMAND FOR A KING 1 Samuel 8:1-7 Introduction: The life of Saul, the 1st King of Israel, is a study in contrasts. Saul began his reign in victory, and he ended it in a humiliating defeat. He lost his character, his power, and ultimately, his crown and his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Crown - David Has Killed His Tens Of Thousands Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Jun 17, 2023

David's success drives Saul into uncontrolled jealousy.

Today we will continue our series on the kings of Israel in 1 Samuel 18. The first king is Saul and he has not been doing well and this week we will see that things are just getting worse. Before that, here’s a little story: I was an average/mediocre athlete in high school. Good enough to make ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cultural Diversity And The Spread Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 6, 2015

The Holy Spirit drives us to bring all cultures into an appreciation and acceptance of the faith.

Thursday of 10th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel Just imagine if from your earliest days you were called by the name “son/daughter of encouragement”? Wouldn’t you just naturally become a very positive person? That was the destiny of our apostle, today. Bar-Nabas, which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:21-26

Denomination: Catholic

The Conversion Of Paul

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

THE CONVERSION OF PAUL IS CERTAINLY ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE ACCOUNTS RECORDED IN SCRIPTURE. NO TWO CONVERSIONS ARE EVER THE SAME, AND I BELIEVE IT COULD BE ARGUED THAT THE ACCOUNT OF PAUL’S CONVERSION IS THE MOST DRAMATIC, AND THE LONGEST RECORDED IN SCRIPTURE

THE CONVERSION OF PAUL ACTS 9:1-18 THE CONVERSION OF PAUL IS CERTAINLY ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE ACCOUNTS RECORDED IN SCRIPTURE. NO TWO CONVERSIONS ARE EVER THE SAME, AND I BELIEVE IT COULD BE ARGUED THAT THE ACCOUNT OF PAUL’S CONVERSION IS THE MOST DRAMATIC, AND THE LONGEST RECORDED IN ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Compromising Believer Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 23, 2015

How often do we as Believers of Christ compromise with our faith?

The Israelites were God’s chosen People and so they already had a King; God Himself was their King! But the Israelites wanted a human king just like the rest of their neighbors. The Israelites were basically saying, “God is not good enough” when they asked for a human king! How ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:24-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Imperfect King (2 Samuel 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 30, 2025

Was David very imperfect but had one important quality? Let's look at 2 Samuel 3.

Did David continue his legacy of faith? Was he a man with large faults, but even larger faith? Let’s look at 2 Samuel 3. Did David feel entitled to take more wives? Is polygamy selfish, where wives lack a husband’s exclusive companionship? Is narcissistic privilege a problem with human ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Peter Davis on Apr 19, 2004

A monlogue sermon on Saul’s encounter with the risen Christ on the Damascus Road.

On the Road to Damascus Acts 9:1-19, 1 Timothy 1:13-15 Published in Preaching Online, February 1998. You could say I know Saul as well as anyone. Saul and I first met as students, studying the Torah together under Gamaliel. They were exciting times. Young, enthusiastic, each day was an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:13-15, Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Supernatural #9: Two Questions To Discovering Your Destiny Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 5, 2009

The two greatest questions that we can ask to discover our destinies are: #1, who are you, Lord? and #2, what do you want me to do? Knowing God and doing His will.

SUPERNATURAL #9: TWO QUESTIONS TO DISCOVERING YOUR DESTINY INTRO TO TOPIC: Have you ever had a friend or a family member who you thought: they will never get saved! Have you ever had a loved one that you have given up on their ever coming to faith in Jesus? Or maybe you think that because of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6

Denomination: *other

What’s Your Mission On Straight Street? (Third Sunday Of Easter 2019)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 28, 2022

Do you believe that God has a mission for you? Are you listening when God calls you to that mission? Or, do you have some reservations about that mission?

WHAT’S YOUR MISSION ON STRAIGHT STREET? Text: Acts 9:1 - 20 But Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any belonging to the Way, men or women, he might bring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

1st Samuel 28:3-20 Saul And The Witch Of Endor

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 20, 2013

Was the spirit that was supposedly summoned up by the witch of Endor really the deceased Prophet Samuel, or was it a demon? There are many different opinions on the matter; my personal opinion is that it was a demon.

1st Samuel 28:3-20 SAUL AND THE WITCH OF ENDOR 4-20-13 Was the spirit that was supposedly summoned up by the witch of Endor really the deceased Prophet Samuel, or was it a demon? There are many different opinions on the matter; my personal opinion is that it was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:3-20

Denomination: Baptist

David: His First True Love Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 21, 2020

We sometimes forget that David was human and would enjoy companionship. One day he found his first true love and she was closer than he ever thought possible.

Introduction: David was a young man when Samuel anointed him to be king over Israel and only a few years older, most likely, when he went into battle against Goliath. In the days and months afterwards, God was with him and blessed him in every way. But something that was not mentioned is David’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:20-27, 1 Samuel 19:1-17, 1 Samuel 25:44

Denomination: Baptist

Tale Of Two Kings

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 18, 2022

This message draws observations and principles from David's encounter with Saul in the cave were DAvid spares Saul's life.

“Tale of Two Kings” One waited on God, the other didn’t. Introduction The historical narrative style of literature comprises nearly half of the Bible. 43% God chose to reveal Himself in the context of relationships, not a theological text. We best understand relationships through story. Everyone ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Where Do You Turn When The Bottom Falls Out?

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 15, 2010

What do you do when the bottom drops out? When you are facing failure and nobody seems to care.

Where do you turn when the bottom falls out? 1 Samuel 25:1-25 Illustration JUST CAN’T QUIT Wilma didn’t get much of a head start in life. A bout with polio left her left leg crooked and her foot twisted inward so she had to wear leg braces. After seven ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God