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  • Rich Young avatar

    Living By The Brook - Three Observations Series

    Contributed by Rich Young on Sep 22, 2012
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    This is the first sermon in a series of ten sermons on Elijah.

    Text: 1 Kings 17:1-7 Prayer of Illumination Our Father in heaven . . . holy, holy, holy is your name. As we turn to Your Word may you give us eyes to see your truth, may your give us ears to hear your voice, and may you grant us hearts that are open & receptive & responsive to you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Spirit Of Jezebel- Confusion Series

    Contributed by Ryan Napalo on Apr 5, 2012
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    We all know the story of Jezebel and over the next few weeks we are going to address some pretty serious topics concerning the Spirit of Jezebel. * Confusion * Dissatisfaction * Perfectionism * Fear * Anxiety * Gossip * Legalis

    1 Kings 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. We all know the story of Jezebel and over the next few weeks we are going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Up A Creek With God

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013
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    You need not worry about paddles since He controls the currents!

    Being up a creek without a paddle can be bad, but up one with God is a great thing! 1 Kings 17:1-6 1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Do You Do When You Can’t Make It Rain?

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 8, 2013
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     | 11,954 views

    We believe in God's Miracle Working Power. We spent more time waiting for the miracle than actually seeing it.

    What Do You Do When You Can’t Make it Rain? 1 Kings 17:1-7 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 2 And the word of the LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Perfect Move Of God:

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 31, 2013
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    The right place may not always be a bright, great or a place of profit but it’s sure the best place from where God would unfold His blessings at the right time! Hang on with faith!

    Perfect move of God: “So [Elijah] arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold a widow was there gathering sticks.” 1 Kings 17:10 The right place may not always be a bright, great or a place of profit but it’s sure the best place from where God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    From Cherith To Zarepath! Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Aug 3, 2011
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     | 10,078 views

    In every situation even when it seems embarrassing obey God; even it seems all is lost believe His Word!

    1Ki 17:2-11 And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying, (3) Get thee hence, and turn thee eastward, and hide thyself by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan. (4) And it shall be, that thou shalt drink of the brook; and I have commanded the ravens to feed thee there. (5) So he went ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trusting In Ravens Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 8, 2011
    based on 154 ratings
     | 49,562 views

    Why would God use Ravens to feed Elijah. They’re disgusting, unclean, anti-social and cruel birds. Why didn’t God use a simpler and more pleasing way of meeting Elijah’s needs?

    OPEN: Years ago I read the story of a man by the name of Wally who owned a farm in Connecticut. He had a remarkable talent he had with birds. Chickadees specifically. It seems that every morning these little birds would flutter down and land on his hands. And it wasn’t just for food; He’d talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Elijah’s Story Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2011
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     | 16,783 views

    Elijah gave all to serve God and to be His prophet to a lost generation. His story reminds us of how adversity drives us deeper into God and develops us into the man or women God wants us to be.

    Elijah’s Story Opening Video Illustration from sermonspice.com/sermoncentral.com “Elijah” Thesis: Elijah gave all to serve God and to be His prophet to a lost generation. His story reminds us of how adversity drives us deeper into God and develops us into the man or women God wants us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    Boot Camp For Elijah Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 11, 2012
     | 9,113 views

    In this second lesson in the series, we look at what Elijah learned at the brook Cherith.

    Introduction: A. During mail call at a Marine Corps boot camp, a young recruit received several letters from home. 1. The drill instructor was getting irritated at having to keep calling his name. 2. The drill instructor barked “You must have a lot of people at home who like you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Elijah's Obedience

    Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Aug 2, 2012
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     | 13,317 views

    The greatness of Elijah is found in his obedience. the btook was running dry but Elijah waited on God's command.

    Elijah’s Obedience I Kings 17:7-16 Intro. I. The Drying Brook: Elijah had been beside the brook, between 6 months and a year, he had been miraculously fed and cared for by God. Even the brook was a miracle, for it kept furnishing water during a drought. Too often we miss the fact ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Brooks & Biscuits - Hunger Games Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 15, 2012
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     | 7,801 views

    Hunger. . . We avoid it. We refuse to endure it. Now lack of hunger has bled into our spiritual walk. It is time to become hungry again!

    The Hunger Games – Pt. 3 Brooks and Biscuits Introduction: Over the last couple of weeks I have been challenging your hunger levels. Are you placing any demand on God’s supply or have you allowed apathy to overtake your appetite? Then I asked you what reveals your desperation level? Is it your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Training In The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 6, 2012
    based on 86 ratings
     | 37,018 views

    I Kings 17 is a litany of the events that shaped and prepared Elijah for his greatest challenge (facing the prophets of Baal on Mt. Carmel). How did God use these circumstances to train Elijah... and how does God use events in our lives to train us?

    OPEN: A junior high music teacher had just organized a band in her school. The principal was so proud of the music teacher's efforts that without consulting her, he decided that the band should give a concert for the entire school. The music teacher wasn't so sure her young musicians were ready ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cherith

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009
     | 3,028 views

    I Kings 17:1-3 “1And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 2And the word of the LORD came

    “Cherith” 8/26/2007 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez pastor_rr@yahoo.com I Kings 17:1-3 “1And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    First Things First Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,131 views

    Use what you have before you ask for more; put the work of the Lord first in your priorities; and expect the church itself to live in faith and with godly priorities.

    It is very important to put first things first. It’s important to get things in the right order. If you don’t get first things first, life just does not work out right. For example, speech. Language is tricky, and if you don’t get the words in the right order, the meaning can be drastically ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Of Increase

    Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 80 ratings
     | 65,376 views

    We do not always understand what God is up to, nor do we understand how He does things in a way that would benefit us in the end.

    God of Increase 1Kings 17:1 -15 Introduction: It doesn’t matter in what situation we are in right now. The bottom line is this: God is great, and He is able and willing to meet all our needs. I don’t know about you. but I’ve noticed how God can, at times be “strange” in the manner by which He ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God