Sermons on Saul:

Let Your Prison Purify PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

This sermon explores how perseverance, purification, and patience are vital in our faith journey, transforming trials into triumphs through faith in Jesus Christ.

Good morning, dear church family. As we gather here today, both in body and spirit, we are reminded of the sacred fellowship that binds us together. We are not just a congregation; we are a family, united by our shared faith, our shared hope, and our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:8-18, Hebrews 5:8

Topics: War, Men

Finish The Assignment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commands, highlighting that true discipleship is reflected in our actions, not just our words.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather here again, in this sacred space where we come to be nourished by the Word of God, to be strengthened in our faith, and to be reminded of God's unwavering love for us. As we open our hearts and minds today, let's remember that the Bible is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:14-23

Topics: God's Assignments, Final

18. David Fleeing: Perseverance And Trials Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Life as God’s chosen servant isn’t always easy. David had been anointed king, but instead of ascending to the throne in triumph, he found himself running for his life.

David Fleeing: Perseverance and Trials July 9, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 19-21 Introduction When God’s anointed walks through the valley of trial and betrayal, the Lord provides His presence, His people, and His providence to sustain him for His ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

When God Shows Up

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jun 9, 2003

Trusting God to do the impossible

Welcome.....take time to praise the Lord..... Our theme this year is, With God All Things Are Possible or With God Nothing Shall Be Impossible.....elaborate... Please turn with me in your bibles to Acts 9 verses 1 through 15. Let’s all stand and read together. Please tell someone, expect the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Mercy In The Cave – Overcoming The Urge For Revenge Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

As believers, we must choose restraint over revenge. The urge to fight back must be surrendered to God’s justice.

MERCY IN THE CAVE – OVERCOMING THE URGE FOR REVENGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 23-24 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:17-21, Matthew 5:44, Proverbs 20:22, Psalm 37:7-9, 1 Peter 3:9 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when those who have wronged us are placed within our reach. In ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul The Apostle's Preaching Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 4, 2018

To establish that the man of God cannot be silent regarding the word of the Lord. Even amidst threatenings, persecutions and the fear of death; he will speak the truth boldly, in the face of dignitaries, dungeons, or degenerated people.

INTRODUCTION Outline. Paul the Apostle’s Preaching Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the third lesson in our series on the theme: “We cannot but speak.” This lesson deals with the challenges of the men of God that speak the word of God in truth. We will see how neither ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Requires Obedience

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Apr 29, 2007

God requires obedience. God is gracious in giving specific instructions through prayer and His Word. Exact execution of God’s instructions is of utmost importance.

God Requires Obedience By Greg Johnson April 29, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org God requires obedience. God is gracious in giving specific instructions through prayer and His Word. Exact execution of God’s instructions is of utmost importance. GOD IS GRACIOUS IN GIVING SPECIFIC ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 10, 2011

Message about how our obedience is better than our sacrifice.

Title: Obedience is Better than Sacrifice Theme: As the title states Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 Introduction 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 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Church Of God

David And Goliath--Part 2 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 3, 2019

In Samuel 17:31-40 we learn that God raises up a savior against those who defy him.

Scripture We continue our sermon series on “The Life of David.” Today I want to examine the story of “David and Goliath—Part 2.” Israel’s first king was a man named Saul. He was head and shoulders taller than anyone else in Israel. However, because of his blatant disobedience of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Real People - Real Problems Part 9 - Becoming What God Has Called You To Be Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Oct 3, 2017

Part 9 of our 1 Samuel series

Real People- Real Problems A study of 1 Samuel Part 9 “Becoming what God called you to be” 1 Samuel 11:1-15 Today as we continue our series in the book of 1 Samuel We are going to address another real problem Becoming what God has called us to be In the prior week’s we studied as Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Things Don’t Go Your Way—let Your Character Speak

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 9, 2022

This sermon looks at the life of Jonathan and the importance of his character and his desire to obtain what's best for God's people.

When Things Don’t Go Your Way—Let Your Character Speak 1 Samuel 18:1-4 Romans 12:1-2 9/12/2022 Have you ever had something coming to you that was rightfully yours and should have been given to you, but somehow you didn’t receive it. It could have been a promotion on a job that went to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-4, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Samuel 23:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"David - A Man After God's Own Heart" Part 1of 12 Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 16, 2003

We’re going to begin a new series on one of the most interesting person in the Bible, a look at the life of David.

Pastor Dave Martin, Cross Creek Community Church, May 11, 2003 “David – A Man After God’s Own Heart” Part 1 (Be reading & studying 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, 1Kings 1-2) Throughout the Bible we see many individual characters, some good and some bad. I’ve always loved biographies – we’re going ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:6-14

Denomination: Bible Church

The Sorrowful Prophet Series

Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Jul 26, 2004

Samuel was called by God to go anoint David despite his feelings of failure and his fear

1 Samuel 16:1-13 The Life of David Part One: The Broken Prophet Thesis: Samuels obedience Introduction: David, King of all Israel. What most people know about David is that he was a young boy who killed a giant, became a king and committed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Waste Your Life Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2016

It is not enough to have great potential or show great promise. It is what you do with that potential that makes all the difference. A good beginning does not guarantee a good end. End your life well, to the glory of God.

Whatever we start, do it well and end it well. Put your heart in it and do a good job. It is more important how we end than how well we start. • This is so true of Saul’s life. He started well, but did not end well. • We are going to read about his death today (1 Sam 31), and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:1-7, 2 Samuel 1:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Breach Of Faith

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 15, 2010

If God wrote your obituary, what would He say? Verses 13-14 of 1 Chronicles 10 provide a sad obituary for a man that been called of God but whose life ended in tragedy and ruin. God cuts no quarters in telling us exactly what brought about this downfall.

A Breach of Faith 1 Chronicles 10:1-14 If God wrote your obituary, what would He say? Verses 13-14 of 1 Chronicles 10 provide a sad obituary for a man that been called of God but whose life ended in tragedy and ruin. God cuts no quarters in telling us exactly what brought about this downfall. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 10:1-14

Denomination: Baptist