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  • Victor Nazareth avatar

    Reclaiming Blessing From Tragedy

    Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,515 views

    We serve a God of the impossible! When we face seemingly impossible situations like times of tragedy, this story teaches us that God is able to turn things around and reclaim blessings from tragedy.

    Introduction: We serve a God of the impossible! When we face seemingly impossible situations like times of tragedy, this story teaches us that God is able to turn things around and reclaim blessings from tragedy. Let us look at 7 steps to do this: I React to the situation i) She did something ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    Living Beyond Yourself

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 17, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,262 views

    The widow of 2 Kings 4 found herself with empty vessels but great opportunity, she just did not know it in the beginning.

    2 Kings 4:1-7 Now there cried a certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying, Thy servant my husband is dead; and thou knowest that thy servant did fear the LORD: and the creditor is come to take unto him my two sons to be bondmen. 2 And Elisha said unto her, What ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    What've You Got Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 17, 2004
    based on 90 ratings
     | 14,008 views

    The story of the widow and Elisha and the never ending oil.

    You have to love stories like this. It was one of those great stories that make you feel good all over. It starts on a bit of a sad note; a widow lady comes to the prophet Elisha and proceeds to tell him her problems. First of all this was not Elijah this was Elisha and Elisha is no more Elijah ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Dana Visneskie avatar

    Quick Bring Me Another Jug!

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Mar 24, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,964 views

    There’s a few points I would like us to see, to help us understand that our God is a God of Abundance. Showing the significance of oil I draw some points to help us understand how God showers blessings onto His children.

    Title: Quick Bring Me Another Jug! Text: II Kings 4:1-7 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: The story is told of two old friends bumping into one another on the street one day. One of them looked forlorn, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What has the world done to you, my old ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Eric Snyder avatar

    Pouring It Our

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,270 views

    sacrifice Inspired By one of Mike Slaughter’s sermons

    Pouring it out, 2 Kings 4:1-7 Eric A. Snyder August 18, 2002 Top 10 signs you’re broke 10. American Express calls and says: "Leave home without it!" 9. You’re formulating a plan to rob the food bank. 8. Long distance companies don’t call you to switch. 7. You rob Peter...and then rob Paul. 6. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    A Widow, A Pot Of Oil, And God

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 13, 2002
    based on 485 ratings
     | 150,829 views

    God always takes care of His own!

    2 KINGS 4:1-7 "A WIDOW, A POT OF OIL AND GOD" * In the days of Elijah and Elisha in Israel, the principle prophets of God gathered about them a group of God’s workers called "the sons of the prophets." * One of these "sons of the prophets" died leaving debts and the creditor harassed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Noel avatar

    Whacha Got?

    Contributed by Stephen Noel on Dec 5, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
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    God uses the useable. Ask yourself, "What Have I that the Lord can use?" Message for the church.

    Whacha Got? 2 Kings 4:1-7 Now there cried a certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying, Thy servant my husband is dead; and thou knowest that thy servant did fear the LORD: and the creditor is come to take unto him my two sons to be bondmen. (2) And Elisha said ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Empty Vessels

    Contributed by James May on Feb 16, 2003
    based on 131 ratings
     | 64,206 views

    God is continually looking for empty vessels to fill with his oil of grace and mercy from a limitless supply.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Le Miracle De La Construction Bethesda !

    Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 22, 2005
    based on 1 rating
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    There’s a miracle in the church...

    Notre salle a été trouvé par le pasteur Gilles Heuzé (de Cherbourg) en décembre 1999… Cette ville, et son groupement de chrétiens avaient considérés par tous, comme une annexe. Mais des frères et sœurs, un cœur en feu, pour Dieu, et leur région, ont prié 15 ans durant. Depuis plusieurs années, la ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    When Cirumstances Are Desperate Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 23, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,706 views

    Connecting with God’s abundance is often missed out in our world that believes in hoarding

    When circumstances are desperate A bus carrying only ugly people crashes into an oncoming truck and everyone inside dies. When they get to meet their Maker, because of the grief they have experienced, He decides to grant them one wish each before they enter Heaven. They’re all lined up, and God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Robert Brent avatar

    Let The Blessings Flow

    Contributed by Robert Brent on Sep 1, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 9,683 views

    This simple and touching story gives us several important insights into the blessings of God flowing into our lives.

    "Let The Blessings Flow" 2 Kings 4:1-7 God wants to pour His blessings into our lives. This passage teaches us four principles of how we can receive His blessings: 1. We must be aware of our need. (1) She was about to lose her two sons to a creditor. A desperate need = "If God does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Todd Hudnall avatar

    Are You Empty Enough?

    Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 345 ratings
     | 39,091 views

    Expanded outline topical sermon on recognizing our need for God.

    Introduction A martial arts student was meeting with his master and teacher at a table, having tea. The student said to his master, "I’ve learned all you have to teach me about defending myself. I want to learn one thing more now. Please teach me about the ways of God." The master took the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Talton avatar

    Breaking Out Of Debtor's Prison

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 167 ratings
     | 19,408 views

    A biblical widow listened to the advice of Elisha to get out of debt. The techniques that she used can get us out of debt too.

    March 18, 2001 2 Kings 4:1-7 “Breaking out of debtor’s prison” INTRODUCTION In the American religion of materialism, there are two words more sacred than any other: "Charge it!" Yet, consider the following two scenarios in evaluating the intelligence of using plastic: 1. Ellin is 30 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Gehrels avatar

    When I Was Hungry....

    Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Nov 14, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,889 views

    Our response to world hunger & poverty

    “When I Was Hungry.....” Bible Reading: 2 Kings 4: 1-7 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO When I Was Hungry p.1 The biblical account for this evening begins in tragedy and desperation. We can get some contemporary sense of this from the news media, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Debt Free Living

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 12,001 views

    This is a strong message on becoming debt free. I credit John Avanzini and Mike Murdock for this material. This word has blessed my congregation.

    Debt Free Living  I am in a teaching mode today. - take notes.  I will be moving fast through this.  This message will change your future.  Much of this material is from John Avanzini and Mike Murdock, who are excellent teachers on finance. 6 STEPS TO DEBT FREE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational