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Sermons on 1 Samuel 16

14 sermons preach from 1 Samuel 16 in real church libraries — each one transcribed, summarized, and indexed to the verse. Jump to the exact moment a verse is quoted, or open the full sermon.

“But the Lord said to Samuel, 'Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature... the Lord looks on the heart.'”
1 Samuel 16:7 · as preached in “The Problem With Appearances | Laurie Wilburn | CWLA | 1 Samuel 16-17 | Core Church LA” at Core Church LA
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1 Samuel 16:1-23

1 sermon

“A few, just a chapter before, David has been introduced to Saul to play and bring a worship atmosphere to stop him from being enraged; when the prophet came to anoint the king they didn't even consider bringing him into the house.”

Defend the Honor of God|The Battle Before the Breakthrough|Rig Sunday Service w/Bishop Dwayne Hardin

Rig Church | HoustonJul 2026

A call to preserve and defend the honor of God through faithful, ordered kingdom ministry — modeled by David’s battle with Goliath — emphasizing apostolic/bishopric responsibility, spiritual warfare, discipleship of next generations, corporate intercession, and stewardship.

Hear it quoted32:36Open this sermon

1 Samuel 16:1-13

1 sermon

“When the prophet came to anoint the king... Samuel knew that that wasn't who God had chosen (anointing of David).”

Defend the Honor of God|The Battle Before the Breakthrough|Rig Sunday Service w/Bishop Dwayne Hardin

Rig Church | HoustonJul 2026

A call to preserve and defend the honor of God through faithful, ordered kingdom ministry — modeled by David’s battle with Goliath — emphasizing apostolic/bishopric responsibility, spiritual warfare, discipleship of next generations, corporate intercession, and stewardship.

Hear it quoted37:31Open this sermon

1 Samuel 16:1-3

1 sermon

1 Samuel 16:1

2 sermons

“Let's listen to the Lord's command to Samuel: 'Fill your horn with oil and go; I will send you to Jesse the Bethlehemite; for I have provided for myself a king among his sons.'”

The Problem With Appearances | Laurie Wilburn | CWLA | 1 Samuel 16-17 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAJan 2026

Laurie Wilburn teaches from 1 Samuel 16–17 that outward appearances deceive; God chooses by the heart, honors faithful service in small things, and gives victory when we trust him rather than human strength or image.

Hear it quoted28:58Open this sermon

“When Samuel learned that Saul had forfeited the kingdom because of his disobedience, he went to his room and wept and grieved until God came to speak to him.”

2 Samuel 1 (Part 1) Bible Study (David Hears of Saul's Death) | Pastor Daniel Batarseh

Maranatha Bible Church - ChicagoJun 2022

A Bible study on 2 Samuel 1 examining David’s response to news of Saul and Jonathan’s deaths. The sermon highlights David’s compassion and discernment, exposes the Amalekite messenger’s opportunism, draws parallels between Amalek and indwelling sin, and gives pastoral application about righteous grieving, motives, and faithful service under the Lord.

Hear it quoted1:05:08Open this sermon

1 Samuel 16:7

5 sermons

“Men look at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart.”

MITs - Messages on Faith | KCOH | 07.26.26 | Sunday Worship Service

Kingdom Church of Houston TXJul 2026

A practical sermon teaching that faith is the mechanism by which believers receive blessings already provided in the spiritual realm. The speakers explain the 'two arenas' (physical and spiritual), contrast God's grace with our faith-response, encourage confession, giving in expectancy, and claim healing, prosperity, and salvation as present realities to be received by faith.

Hear it quoted1:01:47Open this sermon

“The Bible says men look at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart.”

MITs - Messages on Faith

Kingdom Church of Houston TXJul 2026

A practical sermon teaching that God has already provided blessings in the unseen (spiritual) realm and that faith — not frantic effort — is the key to receiving them. The speaker explains the ‘two arenas’ (spiritual and physical), warns against ignorance and spiritual attack, and urges listeners to receive through faith, confession, and resisting the enemy.

Hear it quoted25:53Open this sermon

“He's not looking on outward appearance (the Lord looks on the heart).”

July 22, 2026 • Full Service • Table Talk with the Pastors

Houston Faith ChurchJul 2026

A pastoral teaching on partnering with the Holy Spirit so individuals and the church can receive more of God — emphasizing believing the Word, cultivating open hearts, leaders guiding the congregation, practical sensitivity in ministry (especially healing), and structuring services to release the Spirit.

Hear it quoted57:22Open this sermon

Showing the 4 most recent — 1 more sermon in church libraries reference this verse.

1 Samuel 16:11

1 sermon

“He came from a family where his dad didn't even recognize him as his son when Samuel asked for all his sons.”

2 Samuel 2 (Part 2) Bible Study (The Battle of Gibeon) | Pastor Daniel Batarseh

Maranatha Bible Church - ChicagoJul 2022

Pastor Daniel Batarseh uses 2 Samuel 2 (the Battle of Gibeon) to teach that wisdom is essential for Christian life and leadership. He draws four practical lessons—be constantly on guard, foresee consequences of present compromises, be teachable and take advice, and reject hypocrisy—applying them to church life, personal holiness, and spiritual warfare.

Hear it quoted37:34Open this sermon

1 Samuel 16:12-13

1 sermon

1 Samuel 16:13

3 sermons

“Samuel anointed David with oil and the Spirit came upon David powerfully on that day.”

Succeeding While Bleeding

Salem Baptist Church of ChicagoJul 2026

A sermon using David's experience under Saul (and a Michael Jordan/Chicago Bulls analogy) to teach that believers can 'succeed while bleeding'—thrive in God-given purpose despite opposition—by relying on the Spirit, maintaining a faithful 'yes' posture of service, and drawing strength from present and past successes. It closes with a gospel invitation and practical calls to prayer, Scripture, and humble service.

Hear it quoted37:02Open this sermon

“Samuel anointed David and the oil was poured on his head.”

Sunday Morning Worship | Pastor Johnteris Tate

Mount Moriah Church of L.A.Feb 2026

Pastor Johnteris Tate preaches from Deuteronomy 2 that God may allow people to go 'in circles' as a season of conditioning, not confinement, and now commands them to turn north/upward toward the promise. The sermon exhorts listeners to recognize cycles that build endurance, avoid stagnation, trust God, obey His command to move, and praise Him for deliverance.

Hear it quoted58:42Open this sermon

“Reference to David's first private anointing by Samuel (1 Samuel 16).”

2 Samuel 2 (Part 1) Bible Study (David Anointed King of Judah/ Ish-bosheth) | Pastor Daniel Batarseh

Maranatha Bible Church - ChicagoJun 2022

Pastor Daniel Batarseh studies 2 Samuel 2, focusing on David’s prudent waiting, seeking God’s guidance, humble reception of public anointing by Judah, and the opposition that follows (Abner crowning Ish-bosheth). The sermon draws practical applications about praying for direction, staying where God has placed you, serving while you wait, humility in leadership, and expecting resistance to God’s work.

Hear it quoted28:21Open this sermon

1 Samuel 16:14-23

4 sermons

“David was brought to Saul to play for him and is described as a man of honor, valor, and skilled in war.”

Defend the Honor of God|The Battle Before the Breakthrough|Rig Sunday Service w/Bishop Dwayne Hardin

Rig Church | HoustonJul 2026

A call to preserve and defend the honor of God through faithful, ordered kingdom ministry — modeled by David’s battle with Goliath — emphasizing apostolic/bishopric responsibility, spiritual warfare, discipleship of next generations, corporate intercession, and stewardship.

Hear it quoted32:38Open this sermon

“Paraphrase of Saul being troubled by an evil spirit and asking to 'find me a man' and 'fetch me a minstrel.'”

You Were Born Into War — Stop Running From the Fight | Rig Sunday Service with Apostle Tobi Arayomi

Rig Church | HoustonMay 2026

Apostle Tobi teaches that believers are 'champion seed' born into spiritual conflict and called to fight from victory. Using Jacob and Esau, he urges listeners to develop spiritual discipline, practical skill (the 'stew' as a medium of transfer), and a persistent prayer life to claim their destiny, receive revelation and experience deliverance.

Hear it quoted37:40Open this sermon

“In verses 14–23 the speaker describes how the Spirit came upon David but departed from Saul, an evil spirit afflicted Saul, and Saul's servants suggested a musician—David—to play the harp.”

The Problem With Appearances | Laurie Wilburn | CWLA | 1 Samuel 16-17 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAJan 2026

Laurie Wilburn teaches from 1 Samuel 16–17 that outward appearances deceive; God chooses by the heart, honors faithful service in small things, and gives victory when we trust him rather than human strength or image.

Hear it quoted37:56Open this sermon

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