Sermons on 1 Samuel 16

17 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

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

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.

1 Samuel 16:1-13

2 sermons

“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

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.

“David was the youngest son and the prophet Samuel came to anoint Israel's next king (the story of David's anointing).”

#1403 Wins-day Service

A Wins-day message calling believers to embrace their God-given identity and purpose above human class distinctions, urging practical preparation, character cultivation, unity, and faithful stewardship to build generational legacy.

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

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.

“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

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.

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

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.

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

MITs - Messages on Faith

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.

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

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

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.

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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

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.

1 Samuel 16:12-13

1 sermon

1 Samuel 16:13

4 sermons

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

Succeeding While Bleeding

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.

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

Sunday Morning Worship | Pastor Johnteris Tate

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.

“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

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.

1 Samuel 16:14-23

5 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

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.

“An evil spirit troubled Saul, bringing sudden rages.”

Bright Star & St. James 10:00AM Sunday Worship Service | 07/19/26

A Sunday worship service with announcements, corporate prayer, giving/tithing encouragement, evangelistic invitations, and a sermon from Psalm 13 addressing lament, waiting, and trusting God’s unfailing love. Practical steps for the waiting season included prayer, praise, Scripture, service, surrender, and personal readiness.

“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

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.

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Every reference on this page was extracted from the transcript of a real sermon in a public Sermon Mind church library. Quotes reflect each preacher’s own reading of the text.