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Sermons on 1 Samuel 20

2 sermons preach from 1 Samuel 20 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.

“Then David fled from Naioth in Ramah and came and said to Jonathan, 'What have I done? What is my iniquity? And what is my sin before your father that he is seeking my life?' (Jonathan: 'Far from it. You shall not die.' ... 'Whatever you say, I will do.')”
1 Samuel 20:1-4 · as preached in “A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA” at Core Church LA
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1 Samuel 20:1-4

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“Then David fled from Naioth in Ramah and came and said to Jonathan, 'What have I done? What is my iniquity? And what is my sin before your father that he is seeking my life?' (Jonathan: 'Far from it. You shall not die.' ... 'Whatever you say, I will do.')”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted15:20Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:2-3

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“Your father knows that I have found favor in your sight... But truly, as the Lord lives and as your soul lives, there is hardly a step between me and death. Then Jonathan said to David, 'Whatever you say, I will do.'”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted15:52Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:11-17

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“Then Jonathan said to David, 'Come, let us go out into the field'... 'If there is a good feeling toward David, shall I not send and make it known to you?' ... So Jonathan made a covenant.”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted19:38Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:18-22

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“Jonathan tells David to wait by the stone pile; he will shoot arrows as a signal whether David is safe.”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted23:15Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:23

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“'As for the agreement of which you and I have spoken, behold the Lord is between you and me forever.'”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted23:39Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:24-33

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“David hid in the field; when the new moon came the king sat to eat, Jonathan rose, Abner sat, and David's place was empty.”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted26:07Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:30-33

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“When Saul threw his spear toward his son Jonathan, and Jonathan concluded, 'Because if he's willing to kill me, surely he's willing to kill David.'”

How to Study the Bible | Session 2 | Rooted Conference | Pastor Daniel Batarseh

Maranatha Bible Church - ChicagoMay 2026

Pastor Daniel Batarseh taught practical, pastor-tested tools for studying the Bible, emphasizing Christ-centered reading (types & shadows and allusions), disciplined use of resources (commentaries, concordances, quality books), the role of community, and spiritual practices like memorization while warning against forced interpretations and overreliance on AI.

Hear it quoted50:37Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:35-42

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“1 Samuel 20:35-42 — Jonathan meets David in the field, they weep and swear the Lord will be between their descendants forever.”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted29:40Open this sermon

1 Samuel 20:42

1 sermon

“"Behold, the Lord is between you and me forever," the agreement between Jonathan and David.”

A Friendship Bonded in the Lord | Patty Eberle | CWLA | 1 Samuel 20 | Core Church LA

Core Church LAMar 2026

A study of the friendship between David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 20) that highlights loyal, God-centered friendship, Jonathan’s sacrificial support, and David’s patient trust in God while fleeing Saul. The sermon applies their covenantal loyalty to Christian friendships today—calling believers to obedience, prayer, and waiting on the Lord.

Hear it quoted23:39Open this sermon

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