Sermons on 1 Reyes 18:38:

Repentance, Revival And Rain

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 6, 2020

2020 will go down for a lot of things. Will it go down as a year of Repentance, Revival and Rain?

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:18-46 Title: Repentance, Revival and Rain Theme: Answered Prayers/Extended Blessings INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. 2020 is going to go down in the history books for a lot of things. It will of course be the year of the Great ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:7-46

Denomination: Nazarene

If God Is God, Then Serve Him!

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 22, 2020

“How long will you waver between two opinions?” We need revival! Every kind of problem and disaster has happened to the USA. Have we repented yet? Do we still hesitate to surrender all to Christ? "If Jehovah is God, then serve Him!"

IF GOD IS GOD, THEN SERVE HIM! 1 Kgs 18:21-29, 36-39 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Watch your CHOICE OF WORDS 1. A doctor was called and asked to visit a sick home-bound man way out in the country. The wife, who made the call, said, “Doctor, I’m sorry to ask you to come so far, but he’s really sick!” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival Fires! (A Pre-Revival Message)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 18, 2022

I guess you heard about the two fellows out on a hot sunny day.

One of them complained, "I am hot, let's find a place to cool off." The other one said, "Yea, me too! Where do you want to go?" The grumbler said, "Well, the coldest place I know of is the church down the street, let's go there..." Now, that has been told as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-38

Denomination: Baptist

Mount Carmel Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on May 28, 2023

God shows Himself

In 1 Kings 18:16-40, we learn about Elijah's great victory at Mount Carmel. As spoken of previous, King Ahab and his wife Jezebel were doing wicked in the sight of the Lord due to their idolatry. While Jezebel was an idolater and murderer, Ahab in some ways was worse because he allowed it to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

The Spiritual Lessons From Elijah: Drawing Closer To God

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 5, 2023

Today, we delve into the remarkable story of the prophet Elijah and explore the spiritual lessons we can learn from his life. Through these powerful accounts, we discover seven key points that highlight how Elijah's journey can relate to our own spiritual walk.

Bold Faith and Trust in God (1 Kings 17:1-6): Elijah's story begins with an incredible act of faith as he confidently declares a drought upon the land of Israel. This demonstrates his unwavering trust in God's power and his willingness to obey divine instructions. Similarly, we can learn to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-6, 1 Kings 17:7-16, 1 Kings 18:36-39, 1 Kings 19:1-21, 2 Kings 2:9-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Fire Only Falls If There’s A Sacrifice

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 8, 2024

The fire of the Holy Spirit will not rest upon your life unless you 1). supremely desire His anointing, 2). you surrender your life completely, and 3). you're willing to serve God however He chooses.

GOD’S FIRE ONLY FALLS IF THERE’S A SACRIFICE 1 Kgs. 18:30-38 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LAWYER’S REVENGE 1. A lawyer's dog, running about unleashed, beelined for the local butcher shop, where it stole a roast off the counter. 2. The butcher went to the lawyer's office and asked, "if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Confronting Modern Idolatry With God's Unyielding Truth

Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024

Exploration of the choices we face, reflected in Elijah's story and our daily lives, urging us to decide between worldly distractions and God's path.

Introduction Good morning. Today, we're not going to explore Bible stories but also deeply examine the choices we make daily. The scripture takes us back to a challenging moment for the people of Israel. Back then, they were facing a significant drought, not just missing rain but also moving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

Serving God Requires Our Loyalty

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 9, 2021

What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day.

We’ve been discussing for the past few weeks what it takes to really serve God. Courage, trust, our prayers and today we will see how it takes loyalty to serve God. What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day. I never served in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To Small Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 14, 2021

There is a Scripture where God is said to speak in a "still small voice," and it was to Elijah after his dramatic victory over the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:20-40; 19:12).

There is a Scripture where God is said to speak in a "still small voice," and it was to Elijah after his dramatic victory over the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:20-40; 19:12). Told that Jezebel, the wife of Ahab, king of Israel, was seeking to kill him, Elijah ran into the wilderness and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-40, Hebrews 1:1-2

No Graven Image: The Curse Of Idolatry Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 22, 2022

God does not share His glory. He alone is to be worshipped, revered, and honored as King and God. The fall of the nation of Israel is a grim reminder of how deeply idolatry offends God. He both exposed and judged their sin.

God does not share His glory. He alone is to be worshipped, revered, and honored as King and God. The fall of the nation of Israel is a grim reminder of how deeply idolatry offends God. He both exposed and judged their sin. In J.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings", a scene takes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39, 2 Kings 17:6-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fire On The Mountain: A Showdown Of Faith

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Feb 28, 2024

In the pages of Scripture, we encounter the prophet Elijah, a fearless champion of God in a time of spiritual crisis. The stage is set against a backdrop of moral decline.

Introduction: Welcome and Greetings Briefly introduce the theme: The dramatic confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. Scripture Reading: 1 Kings 18:20-40 I. Setting the Stage (1 Kings 18:20-24) Describe the context: Israel's spiritual decline, Ahab's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-40

Denomination: Church Of God

The Deception Of Lying Spirits Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 30, 2024

The Bible provides numerous examples of lying spirits and their tactics, serving as a warning to believers and non-believers alike.

Lying spirits, also referred to as deceiving spirits or false prophets, have been a part of human history for centuries. These malevolent entities have the ability to deceive and manipulate individuals, leading them away from truth and righteousness. The Bible provides numerous examples of lying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 22:22-23, Proverbs 26:28, 1 Kings 18:20-40, Acts 16:16-18

Elijah And The Contest At Mt Carmel Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 25, 2024

Elijah had requested King Ahab to have the prophets of Baal, plus a group of Israelites, meet on Mount Carmel to see whether Baal should be worshiped, or the True God of Israel. How did this contest turn out?

Introduction: The story of Elijah’s contest with the prophets of Baal on the top of Mount Carmel is one of the most fascinating in the Bible! One lone prophet of the True God stood against 450 prophets of the idol-god Baal, with a group of Israelites gathered together to witness this event. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Privilege Of Prayer

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Nov 3, 2024

Prayer is a great privilege that our Heavenly Father gives to us.

THE PRIVILEGE OF PRAYER Prayer engages God, enables God's people, and enlarges His kingdom. Jesus said, "without Me, you can do nothing." Once we have prayed we are ready to do anything, until we have prayed we can do nothing, but once we have prayed we can accomplish anything. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 6:13, 1 Kings 18:36-38, Mark 10:27, John 14:12-14, Matthew 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

When Faith Soaked The Sacrifice: Elijah's Test Of God's Power

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Aug 22, 2024

In a bold act of faith, Elijah drenched his sacrifice with water, making it impossible to burn—except by the hand of God. What followed was a powerful demonstration that left no doubt: the Lord is God, and His power is unmatched.

Praise be to the wonderful and powerful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! He is the Aleph and Tav, the Beginning and the End. The Bible symbolizes the number seven as representing completeness. We see this in the seven days of Creation, the seven times Joshua marched around Jericho, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:38-39, 1 Corinthians 13:9, Isaiah 13:13, Isaiah 66:1-2, Zechariah 2:13, Habakkuk 2:20  (view more)  (view less)