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  • Paul Decker avatar

    Showdown Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 10, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,022 views

    We must have the courage to do battle.

    SHOWDOWN I Kings 18:17-40 S: Courage Th: Profiles in Courage Pr: WE MUST HAVE THE COURAGE TO DO BATTLE. ?: Inductive KW: Sections TS: We will find in our study of I Kings 18:17-40 how the battle against evil is ensued. The _____ section of our story is the… I. CONTEST (17-19) II. CONDUCT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dwight Davis avatar

    "showdown On The Mountain" Series

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 16, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 11,492 views

    This is the second sermon in a series of four exploring the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah.

    Elijah Part II “Showdown on the Mountain” Let’s begin this morning by reviewing briefly our previous sermon in this series dedicated to the life and ministry of Elijah. First of all, do you remember what Elijah’s name in the Hebrew means? It means “Yahweh is my ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Greg Irby avatar

    The Lord He Is The God

    Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 13,216 views

    The odds may looked stacked in the favor of evil, but Elijah is about to experience the truth that one plus God is a majority.

    Introduction: This passage has it setting when the spiritual tide in Israel is at an extremely low ebb. The people have, for the most part, turned their backs on the Lord and have gone after the Canaanite god Baal. It is against this backdrop of apostasy and idolatry that the prophet Elijah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wayde Wilson avatar

    Carmel-Coated Christianity Won't Cut It

    Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 15,942 views

    In the last days there will be a lot of people sportin’ a brand of Carmel-Coated Christianity that looks and sounds good that will be powerless.

    I Kings 18:1-40 (READ) II Timothy 3:1 & 5 – “Mark my words. (Pay attention). In the last days there will be a lot of people who have a form of Godliness but there won’t be any power in it. Have nothing to do with them.” In the last days there will be a lot of people sportin’ a brand of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Outnumbered? Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 118 ratings
     | 8,595 views

    How to have faith when you're overwhelmed

    Outnumbered? (Message #11of the Series: View From God’s Mountaintops) 1 Kings 18 October 8, 2000 Have you ever been so overwhelmed by life that you wished to die? Or perhaps just go to sleep – or start over again, as a new person? Life has been known to put that on people. Perhaps life ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    Elijah, Ahab And Obadiah: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 110 ratings
     | 23,443 views

    Things look bad for Israel; then, God's man comes from the East (can you hear the spurs jingle?)

    Following the reign of King David, his son, Solomon reigned in wisdom and the strength of God for approximately 30-35 years before his own apostasy and decline. After Solomon, the Kings of Israel all did evil in the sight of the Lord. They forsook His ways to serve idols, and led the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Damien Spikereit avatar

    The Battle Of The Gods Series

    Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Mar 2, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 10,541 views

    God’s display of love and power demands a response.

    - Everybody loves a good showdown. A tough battle... mano e mano, one on one. And since it’s the beginning of the new year which means there are hundreds of lists out there. I though I would take us down memory lane and come up with what I think are the top ten showdowns, or battles in American ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Malone avatar

    What's Your Final Answer Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2001
    based on 191 ratings
     | 20,413 views

    Just like the people in Elijah’s time we have to make a choice in regards to our relationship with God. (Real People True Stories -part one)

    "Elijah, What’s Your Final Answer" For the next couple of weeks we are going to be in a series called "Real People - True Stories..." (Now, I’ve always liked true stories - whenever I watch a movie and I know it’s true - I find it more interesting...) My goal during this mini-series is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Phil Morgan avatar

    The Day Of The Lord's Power

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 15,529 views

    A sermon on the story of Elijah and the Prophets of Baal.

    READING: 1 Kings 18:17-40 (Text v39.) Ever wondered why it is that a church can be small and struggling (and remain that way) - insignificant in the community - and not even looking like changing for many years to come; and then ALL OF A SUDDEN, through a series of events - a speaker comes with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Warning! Straddling Can Be Hazardous To Your Health

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 7, 2002
    based on 169 ratings
     | 18,261 views

    Keeping one foot in the world and one foot in heaven just does not work. There is a danger in being uncommitted to Christ.

    WARNING! STRADDLING CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH! I KINGS 18:17-21 INTRODUCTION: A woman getting onto a sky lift was given instructions that the moment the lift’s chair touched her backside she was to sit down and lift her feet from off the ground. Instead when the chair came against her she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    Elijah: Prayer For Priority Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 27, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,584 views

    Part 4 in the series The priorities in prayer

    ELIJAH THE PRAYER FOR PRIORITY “If God Be God… So Be It” Date: March 17, 2002 PM Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Kings 18:17-39 Introduction Before we get into the prayer of this man, let me give you some background and names you should know  Ahab is the king of Israel & Samaria ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Smart avatar

    When The Fire Falls

    Contributed by Greg Smart on Nov 4, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,978 views

    Ahab and Elijah meet face to face. Ahab thought he had the true god, but only a counterfeit. Elijah knew he had to one and only True God, and knew what it took for God’s fire to fall.

    WHEN THE FIRE FALLS There are certain times when God moves in a very special way that brings the fire upon people. Fire as we know does something special. It purifies, consumes, motivates and shows final judgment. Here the fire is the symbol, evidence and manifestation of God’s Presence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Being Sure Of God

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 17, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,058 views

    What do I have to give up to be sure I am in a condition to follow God?

    Knowing God’s will is important. But only so far as you are willing to DO His will. I believe there is a spiritual principle that requires we be willing to do whatever God says before He is willing to say it. (NOTE: "BUT IF FROM THERE YOU SEEK THE LORD YOUR GOD, YOU WILL FIND HIM IF YOU LOOK ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • William Rushing avatar

    Quit Hopping On One Foot

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 19, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 8,694 views

    This sermon outline challeges Christians to take a stand for God. The sermon illustrates three lessons found in the text.

    I. Introduction A. Background 1. Ahab’s father Omri brought back Baal Worship. 2. Ahab and his wife Jezebel continued in Baal worship. 3. YHWH declared Elijah as prophet over Israel and caused a drought. 4. Ahab and Jezebel killed God’s prophets. 5. Obadiah hid God’s prophets in caves around ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dale Harlow avatar

    Man Enough To Stand Alone Series

    Contributed by Dale Harlow on Jun 19, 2003
    based on 258 ratings
     | 57,472 views

    As Elijah faces the prophets of Baal, we will look at what it takes to be a real man in a society that has neutered manhood.

    Title: Man Enough to Stand Alone Text: 1 Kings 18:16-24 Series: The Prince of Prophets, Elijah A woman getting onto a ski lift was given instructions that the moment the lift’s chair touched her backside she was to sit down and lift her feet from off the ground. Instead when the chair came ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ