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  • Yew Song avatar

    Empty Jars

    Contributed by Yew Song on Dec 12, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 14,803 views

    Many stop receiving God’s blessings because we stop bringing empty jars, and allow Him to change our little into much. Keep asking, seeking & knocking.

    ‘Empty Jars’ Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 The story – picture the story in your mind. The prophet is sick and had to borrow to pay bills. Then he died, leaving his family in debt, with only a little oil left. In comes the prophet Elisha and a miracle happens but: Question: Why did the oil stopped? Before ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Juan Lane avatar

    Serving God Is As Easy As 1-2-3 Series

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Jan 7, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,908 views

    This passage teaches us how easy it easy to serve God in a way pleasing to him.

    Serving God Scripture Reference: II Kings 4:8-17 (KJV) 8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. 9 And she said unto her husband, Behold ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ken Gehrels avatar

    When I Was Hungry....

    Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Nov 14, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,855 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

  • Bob Ashcraft avatar

    Debt Free Living

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 11,962 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

  • Chris Talton avatar

    Breaking Out Of Debtor's Prison

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 167 ratings
     | 19,362 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

  • Ronald Hughes avatar

    Hand Me Another Jar

    Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 278 ratings
     | 25,856 views

    How a widow teaches us about emptiness. What we think is nothing God uses for everything.

    HAND ME ANOTHER JAR 2Kings 4:1- Rev. R. B. Hughes 2Kings 4:6b … “There is not another vessel.” So the oil ceased. I. INTRODUCTION Ever run out ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Helping Needy People

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 15,911 views

    A preacher’s wife dies leaving a debt she can’t pay. The creditor is on his way to collect her two sons as payment. What to do? God has ways.

    Helping Needy People 2 Kings 4:1-7 Elijah and Elisha are very unique prophets in the Old Testament. They both served the Lord in the Northern Kingdom of Israel. This was after the division and civil war broke out in Rehoboam’s reign. If you are familiar with the history of Israel, you remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Jones avatar

    How Big Is Your Vision

    Contributed by Robert Jones on Jan 1, 2001
    based on 254 ratings
     | 8,510 views

    Seeing God’s Vision

    HOW BIG IS YOUR VISION? II KINGS 4:1-7 The greatest achievements in life are usually accomplished by people who have a singular desire or a vision that becomes the ruling passion of their lives --------for example—Bob Feller was a child who loved to throw a ball and by the age of 5 he spent hours ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Snyder avatar

    Pouring It Our

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,249 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

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Constraining Jesus

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 12,626 views

    If we really want the presence of Jesus we must put a demand upon him, He is always passing by but he will only come in where he is invited.

    II Ki 4:8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. (KJV) THE PROPHET = THE WORD OF GOD constrained (KJV) 2388 chazaq (khaw-zak’); a primitive ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    God's Got A Plan

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001
    based on 120 ratings
     | 17,548 views

    Even when we think all hope is lost, God has a plan in mind.

    God’s Got A Plan Psalm 1:1-6 Matthew 21:18-22 2 Kings 4:1-7 Have you ever seen a situation in which you thought it was a pretty hopeless, and been shocked that something good still came out of it. The problem is, what we see is not necessarily all of which is actually present. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    Walk In God's Promises

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 21,095 views

    Like Father Abraham we walk in God’s promises

    “Father Abraham had many sons.” How many of the young people here this morning know that song? The song “Father Abraham” is one our children love to sing. I am sure we will sing it once or twice this week during vacation Bible school. In addition to singing about Father Abraham there are some ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    God Will Make A Way

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 4, 2001
    based on 152 ratings
     | 64,120 views

    Put your trust in a God who can make a way even when there seem to be no way. Obey Him and do as He says.

    Have you ever been in a situation that is quite hopeless? This passage tells us of a woman in a very difficult situation, but God opened a way out for her. He did a miracle through a prophet. God had a plan even in a hopeless situation. God had a way even when there seem to be no way. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jacob Kutty avatar

    There Is Nothing Impossible For God.

    Contributed by Jacob Kutty on May 1, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 21,291 views

    A sermon which explains how God can help us in problems which are impossible for us.

    There is nothing impossible for God. 2 King 4:1-7 We all are familiar with this chapter. In this chapter we can see two women. One poor widow, another Rich women. Both are in a problems, which cannot be solved by themselves and the Prophet Elisha solved their respective problems. This is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Perryman avatar

    Discovering Your Dream – Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 54 ratings
     | 12,768 views

    Have you ever run out of time? Have you ever run out of options? Have you ever run out of resources? Here is your answer.

    INTRO: Call up volunteer and ask him or her to unfold the rose without ruining it. It is only a tiny rosebud, A flower of God’s design; But I cannot unfold the petals With these clumsy hands of mine. The secret of unfolding flowers Is not known to such as I. God opens this flower so sweetly, When ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God