Sermons on 1 Kings 16:31-18:46:

An Abundance Of Rain

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Aug 23, 2007

When we walk in the sin of this world we become; devastated, dry, barren, desolate void of life. What we need is a spiritual down pour of the presence of God’s blessings in our life.

TITLE: AN ABUNDANCE OF RAIN TEXT: I KINGS 18:41-46 INTRO: The people had gathered, the altar repaired, the sacrifice laid out, the trench was dug, water applied and fire fell and consumed it all. But the day was far from over. Most evangelists today would have been satisfied with this display of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46, 1 Kings 18:41

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Your Opinion?

Contributed by James May on Apr 3, 2005

Elijah’s words to Israel are the same words that I have to speak to the church today. How long will you halt between two opinions? It’s time to get the right opinion and serve the Lord.

WHAT IS YOUR OPINION? By Pastor Jim May One of the greatest prophets who ever lived was Elijah. Here was a real man of God. Not much is known of Elijah’s family roots. We know that he came from the land of the Tishbite’s in Gilead, which was a wild mountainous land bordering on Arabia. Some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Flash Flood Warnings

Contributed by James May on Apr 3, 2005

God is ready to pour out his blessings upon his people. Are we ready to run? Are we prepared to recieve them and allow God to use us?

FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS By Pastor Jim May This past week my wife and I took a few days off and went down to Foley, Alabama near the gulf coast. I’ve never been much for swimming or sunbathing. In fact I haven’t done either of them for nearly 35 years now. And besides, I would look like a beached ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Tramp

Contributed by John Shaw on Dec 2, 2006

Story of Elijah hiding with the widow, told from the woman’s point of view.

Date: 3rd August 03 Text : 1 kings 17:8-16 Title: The Tramp Today was a good day to die not a cloud in the sky But that was nothing unusual Clouds had become a rarity recently Haven’t seen one for months Today was a good day to die Gather up a few sticks cook the last morsels of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

When The Odds Are Against You Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 5, 2006

Standing up for our faith calls for strong convitictions, Elijah demonstrated his faith by having the convitictions to stand for God, even when he was all alone

Introduction: We love heroes, and we especially love heroes who win despite overwhelming odds. As illustrated in the movie “Remember the Titans”. It seems the greater the odds the more we favor the underdog and cheer for him to overcome the obstacles. While overcoming the odds and becoming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Will Take Care Of You

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 8, 2006

Have you ever felt like your back was up against a wall, the situation was hopeless? There was no way that you were going to make it. It seemed like you had nothing to look forward to. Understand, God is the God of the Impossible. He can and will help you

God will take care of you 1 Kings 17:8-16 Elijah and the Widow 1 Kings 17:8 - 16 Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying, “Arise, go to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and dwell there. See, I have commanded a widow there to provide for you.” So he arose and went to Zarephath. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Stand Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Dec 9, 2006

God called us to stand firm in various situations of our life. This sermon is from a three part message- call to stand, serve and send.

Stand 1. Stand Up for Jesus Against Evil One 1 King 18:36-39 36 At the time of sacrifice, the prophet Elijah stepped forward and prayed: “O LORD, God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel, let it be known today that you are God in Israel and that I am your servant and have done all these things at your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-39

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Build A Fire Part 4 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 4 of this

How To Build A Fire Soul Survivor Pt Four One of the most prized possessions of a survivor is fire. You simply have to have fire to stay alive. (I’m going to try not to preach yet). Things change around the camp when you have the fire. Moses ran away from Pharaoh to the back side of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Pledge Allegiance Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 13, 2008

Be absolutely dedicated to following God.

I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE I Kings 18.1-46 S: Change C: Commitment Th: Choose the Fire Pr: BE ABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO FOLLOWING GOD. Type: Inductive Challenge I. Trust God [showdown] II. Worship God alone [no syncretism] III. Sincerity is overrated [false prophets] IV. Acknowledge your high calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Obedience Of Faith

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Apr 15, 2008

Faith provokes radical obedience.

Faith That Produces Obedience Attention: So, you’re down to your last pack of Ramen Noodles. Bills paid? No way! Doesn’t matter though, because you’re about to starve to death. Your plan is to split the pack of Ramen between you and your child then wait to die of starvation. When along comes a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Can't I Stay At Cherith?

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 28, 2009

Elijah dwelled at Cherith and wanted to stay there and even die. What are the dangers of remaining in one place?

WHY CAN’T I STAY AT CHERITH? Then the word of the Lord came to Elijah: “Leave here, turn eastward and hide in the Kerith Ravine, east of the Jordan. You will drink from the brook, and I have ordered the ravens to feed you there.” So he did what the Lord had told him. He went to the Kerith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:2-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Decisions Part 1 Series

Contributed by Larry Stockstill on Jan 29, 2009

How to make good decisions.

Decisions (Part 1) Making Good Decisions Text: 1 Kings 18:21 “How long will you falter between two opinions?” (1 Kings 18:21 NKJV).This message is the first in a series of messages that will be very straightforward and honest in dealing with the area of decisions. Years ago I heard the great ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Brook Dried Up"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 2, 2007

Water was a basic need, essential for Elijah’s survival. Why would God allow the brook to dry up?

I Kings 17: 1-7 “The brook dried up” While the long drought we have experienced this summer has been difficult to endure, it actually saved the life of eighteen year old college student Julian McCormick. On the morning of September 1, Julian left his Bowie State University campus to pick up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

How To Receive The Double Portion!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 7, 2006

HOW THE PROPHET ELIJAH LIVED AND INSPIRED ELISHA TO DESIRE AND RECEIVE THE DOUBLE PORTION!

How to Receive the Double Portion! September 5, 2006 (John 10:10 KJV) The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. I. One of God’s Old Testament name is ‘EL Shaddi.’ A. This really means ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-40

Okay, Prove It!

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on Apr 23, 2005

It is important to prove our faith in God

Okay, Prove IT! Written by: Timothy Gardner January 2003 (Read "The Hiker" from Max Lucado’s book "A Gentle Thunder) Introduction: Many times in our lives, we see something that we would like to accomplish. Others might say we are crazy for wanting to accomplish those things, and this could be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Salvation Army