14 sermons preach from 1 Samuel 17 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.
“Paraphrase of David and Goliath: Saul offers his sword, David takes five smooth stones and kills the giant with a slingshot.”
“Paraphrase of David and Goliath: Saul offers his sword, David takes five smooth stones and kills the giant with a slingshot.”
Pastor Emeritus Clarence Dale Devereaux preaches on Ephesians 6:12–18, urging the church to recognize and engage the spiritual battle with the whole armor of God, persistent prayer, active witness, forgiveness, and living out the gospel.
“Paraphrase of 1 Samuel 17: the David and Goliath story — valley of Elah, David offers to fight, recalls killing a lion and a bear, takes five smooth stones, defeats Goliath and the people sing that 'Saul has killed thousands but David has killed tens of thousands.'”
Pastor Reginald W. Sharpe Jr. teaches that joy produces visible results—and also predictable side effects: some will celebrate with you, some will respond with envy or try to undermine you, and some will attempt to eliminate your success. He urges believers to both produce and protect their joy through gratitude, reframing, and motivation while trusting God's insulation and sovereignty.
“Reference to the David and Goliath story (Sunday school play, sling).”
Phil Dooley's Resurrection Sunday message teaches that believers are 'resurrection people'—called to allow Jesus to roll away the stones covering the dark, dead places in our lives so his light can bring standing up and recovery. Using the story of Lazarus, he draws four practical insights: see God's bigger purpose, expect both hope and controversy, pursue deep relationships, and keep moving forward. The sermon concludes with an invitation to respond, a reading of Psalm 23, and an offer of a New Testament.
“Reference to the familiar story of David and Goliath, noting the nine-foot-tall Goliath who taunted Israel’s soldiers.”
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.
“Allusion to David and Goliath—Goliath’s great size and challenge to Israel.”
Tony Suarez exhorts the congregation that God's spoken word is effective and reliable—'The Word Works'—calling Fresh Start to guard revival, trust God's promises, resist religious cynicism and sensationalism, and walk in obedience and vigilance as doorkeepers of revival.
“For your reference 1 Samuel 17:17 — 'Jesse says, "Listen, go out there and I want you to bring lunch to your brothers; take them lunch."'”
A Sunday worship service focused on dynamic praise, declarations of healing and deliverance, communion and giving, followed by a sermon using David and Goliath to urge believers to confront giants with faith. Key themes: change your mindset (obstacles = opportunities), serve to access greatness, be authentic, use what’s already in your 'bag,' and receive a fresh anointing of might. Service ends with altar calls for salvation and for connecting to the church community.
“Reference to David defeating Goliath (the account of David and Goliath).”
Pastor Reginald W. Sharpe Jr. teaches that joy produces visible results—and also predictable side effects: some will celebrate with you, some will respond with envy or try to undermine you, and some will attempt to eliminate your success. He urges believers to both produce and protect their joy through gratitude, reframing, and motivation while trusting God's insulation and sovereignty.
“David went to fight Goliath; he refused Saul's armor, took a slingshot and five smooth stones to face the giant.”
Pastor Emeritus Clarence Dale Devereaux preaches on Ephesians 6:12–18, urging the church to recognize and engage the spiritual battle with the whole armor of God, persistent prayer, active witness, forgiveness, and living out the gospel.
“Saul tells David he is not able to fight the Philistine; David replies that he has defended his flock, killing a lion and a bear that took a lamb.”
A sermon teaching that Satan roars like a lion to intimidate and seize people’s minds, hearts, possessions, and joy, but Christians can 'roar' back — not by fear or flight but through praise, worship, faith, and positioning themselves in God. Biblical examples (David, Benaiah, Jehoshaphat) show praise and worship as spiritual weapons that reclaim territory and bring victory. The message also includes an evangelistic invitation, testimony, and practical notes about giving and church resources.
“Elder Eric spoke about "the wolves and the bears and the lions" and David who was charged to protect the flock (David's account of fighting lions and bears).”
Using 2 Samuel 6 (the story of David, the Ark and Uzzah), Pastor Lonnell Williams warns against mistaking applause and momentum for obedience. He calls the church to “carry” its culture — live the values (teaching, prayer, worship, community, generosity, service, honor, excellence) — rather than merely celebrate them. He emphasizes four practices for carrying the presence of God: obedience, understanding, accountability and grace, and issues a practical call to serve, submit to correction, and join the church’s mission.
“I fought the lion and I slew the bear — the same God that gave me victory over Goliath will give me victory over what's in front of me.”
Pastor Charles Jenkins teaches from Psalm 27:1 to paint a biblical picture of God as our light (guide and revealer), our lifeline (rescuer and restorer), and our Lord (shepherd, leader, and stronghold). He reviews God’s names and attributes as evidence of His character, uses practical analogies (headlights, hurricane shelter, lifelines on a game show) and calls listeners to remember past victories, trust God in storms, worship, and pursue the abundant life Jesus offers.
“Saul tries to put his armor on David for battle, and David replies he has fought a lion and a bear and the Lord will deliver him.”
A Sunday worship service focused on dynamic praise, declarations of healing and deliverance, communion and giving, followed by a sermon using David and Goliath to urge believers to confront giants with faith. Key themes: change your mindset (obstacles = opportunities), serve to access greatness, be authentic, use what’s already in your 'bag,' and receive a fresh anointing of might. Service ends with altar calls for salvation and for connecting to the church community.
“Like David, to have this slingshot but you don't even value the slingshot because you just see Goliath.”
A Sunday message encouraging believers to move from seasons of struggle into God-ordained increase by recognizing the seed they already possess, embracing capacity-stretching, protecting their process, and monetizing their God-given gifts for generational blessing and sustainability.
“He has five smooth stones in his bag — he had five smooth stones in his back, but he only had to use one.”
A Sunday worship service focused on dynamic praise, declarations of healing and deliverance, communion and giving, followed by a sermon using David and Goliath to urge believers to confront giants with faith. Key themes: change your mindset (obstacles = opportunities), serve to access greatness, be authentic, use what’s already in your 'bag,' and receive a fresh anointing of might. Service ends with altar calls for salvation and for connecting to the church community.
“Paraphrase of David: 'I have come against you in the name of the Lord God of hosts.'”
A Sunday message calling the church to be God’s spiritual building—built on Jesus and held together by committed service and God’s mercy—with practical calls to prayer, repentance, unity, faithful stewardship, and participation in church life.
“"You come to me with a sword, a spear and a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts," David's words to Goliath.”
Kelly Rivas teaches from 1 Samuel 21–22:2 (and Psalm 34) that fear drives poor, sinful responses while faith leads to worship, reliance on God, and sharing hope. She contrasts David's fearful choices (lying, trusting a weapon, feigning madness) with his later faith expressed in Psalm 34 and calls believers to remember God's past deliverance and to respond with faith and hope.
“"Then David said to the Philistine... But I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts... This day the Lord will deliver you into my hands."”
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.
“Goliath moved closer to attack; David reached into his shepherd's bag, took a stone, hurled it with his sling and hit the Philistine in his forehead. The stone sank in and Goliath stumbled and fell face down, and David triumphed over the Philistine, then ran and pulled Goliath's sword and cut off his head.”
A Sunday worship service focused on dynamic praise, declarations of healing and deliverance, communion and giving, followed by a sermon using David and Goliath to urge believers to confront giants with faith. Key themes: change your mindset (obstacles = opportunities), serve to access greatness, be authentic, use what’s already in your 'bag,' and receive a fresh anointing of might. Service ends with altar calls for salvation and for connecting to the church community.
“David, a youth, killed Goliath with one stone.”
Brandon Paris preaches that the church's special mission—raising funds and sending disciples—is worth sacrificial commitment. He argues Christians are "saved to send," rooted in the new covenant and the Great Commission, and that sacrifice (not minimal giving) proves and advances genuine faith. He calls the congregation to active, sacrificial participation (including giving and personal evangelism) and to trust God by testing Him in their giving.
“David killed Goliath with a sling and a stone; there was no sword in David's hand.”
Kelly Rivas teaches from 1 Samuel 21–22:2 (and Psalm 34) that fear drives poor, sinful responses while faith leads to worship, reliance on God, and sharing hope. She contrasts David's fearful choices (lying, trusting a weapon, feigning madness) with his later faith expressed in Psalm 34 and calls believers to remember God's past deliverance and to respond with faith and hope.
“Speaking of David and Goliath: “in verse 49 the Bible says he reaches into his bag,” referencing David taking a stone from his bag to face Goliath.”
A Sunday worship service focused on dynamic praise, declarations of healing and deliverance, communion and giving, followed by a sermon using David and Goliath to urge believers to confront giants with faith. Key themes: change your mindset (obstacles = opportunities), serve to access greatness, be authentic, use what’s already in your 'bag,' and receive a fresh anointing of might. Service ends with altar calls for salvation and for connecting to the church community.
“As Saul watched David going out to meet the Philistine... Whose son are you, young man? ... I am the son of your servant Jesse of Bethlehem.”
A Sunday service combining worship, prayer, testimonies and announcements, centered on Amy Orewing’s sermon asking “Whose son are you?” — a call to live in active sonship with God (Elohim, El Shaddai, Jehovah Jireh), receive provision, power and mission, plus invitations to respond in prayer.
“As Saul watched David going out to meet the Philistine... 'Whose son are you, young man?' And David said, 'I am the son of your servant Jesse of Bethlehem.'”
A Sunday service combining worship, prayer, testimonies and announcements, centered on Amy Orewing’s sermon asking “Whose son are you?” — a call to live in active sonship with God (Elohim, El Shaddai, Jehovah Jireh), receive provision, power and mission, plus invitations to respond in prayer.
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.