Sermons on God Is My Portion:

A Double Portion

Contributed by Ava Ch on Aug 26, 2025

we reflect on the story of Elijah and Elisha, we are reminded that God's Spirit is not confined to the past. It is being poured out now.

Last week, we saw Elijah at one of his lowest points. Fresh off the victory over Baal’s prophets on Mount Carmel, he spiraled into fear and despair. He ran from Jezebel, collapsed under a broom tree, and told God, “I have had enough... I alone am left.” Elijah’s ego—his belief that he was the last ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 2 Kings 2:6-14

The Double Portion

Contributed by Perry James on Nov 22, 2024

There is so much that we can draw from the lives of Elijah and Elisha. I think something that is echoed throughout is how we need to be ready to work for God as Christians. We reap what we sow, and I believe these 2 men lived that out.

*(I do want to add at the beginning here, I did not read all of the scriptures that are in this, I just like to list my references in my notes so that I can better go over the story with the congregation. I also shortened some of the stories as needed.)* Hello, how is everyone? I have been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15, 2 Kings 3:11, 2 Kings 13:20-21, 2 Kings 13:14-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Double Portion"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

"The Double Portion"

2 Kings 2 v. 1 - 15 "The Double Portion" - Note 1. THE RESOLVE - v. 2 "And Elijah said unto Elisha, Tarry here, I pray thee; for the LORD hath sent me to Bethel. And Elisha said unto him, As the LORD liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. So they went down to Bethel." e.g. Ruth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

The Good Portion Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 5, 2025

What is the necessary, good thing in our relationship with Jesus?

I have a problem - a problem with serving food. I always want the bigger portion - if I’m pouring drinks for Danielle and me - I’ll take the one that’s a bit more. If I’m plating food, I’ll put a bit more on my plate. Now, I know she eats less than I do - basically everyone in my house eats less ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

A Portion With The Great

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 21, 2000

An exposition of the text describing the awful burdens Jesus lifts off those who come to him.

A Portion With the Great Isaiah 53.1-10 November 22, 2000 Thanksgiving is this week. It is a time for expressing our thanks for God’s providence and blessing. It is also the first Sunday in Advent (the four Sundays leading up to Christmas.) It is a time when we look back to the first Advent ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Our Portion Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Feb 20, 2006

The Lord warned of persecution on His behalf - this is Our Portion. This passage provides an excellent example of how Christians and the Church should react to it.

OUR PORTION Acts 4:23-31 INTRODUCTION: A. Acts 4:23 And being let go, they went to their own company, and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto them. 1. There has been quite a bit of fall out over one little healing and the preaching of the gospel. a. In Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Portion Of The Unsaved

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 31, 2003

But the unsaved will consciously live eternally in a place prepared for the devil and his angels.

THE PORTION OF THE UNSAVED Revelation 21:8 Even while God describes the future home of the saved, and all the blessings we are to enjoy. He, with a painful heart, describes those who will not be there. Think about it. The saved will eternally in a place prepared for them by Jesus. But the unsaved ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey To The Double Portion Of God.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2002

We walk with Elijah and Elisha from Gilgal, Bethel, Jericho, and the Jordan and illustrate a journey of growth.

Trail to the Double Portion By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: 1 Kings 19:19 ... and Elijah passed by him and cast his mantle upon Elisha. This mantle of of God will not be a one time experience but a process and a journey of many years. I ponder today a poor attitude: JUST ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-6, 1 Kings 19:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Double Portion Anointing Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 26, 2024

The Anointing is a tangible measure of God’s ability that can flow through the life of the born-again believer as to see God-given results and Divine Victory. You need a double portion

Title: THE DOUBLE PORTION ANOINTING SERIES; UNDERTANDING THE ANOINTING 1.LIFE IS A BATLE 1 Exodus 15;3 the Lord is a man of war. • He is not a civilian. • THE Lord of hosts • THE Lord mighty in battle • Psalms 125 vs 1 and 2 • Psalms 27 • As his child, you are also a soldier 2. Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-6

Double Portion Christians

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 28, 2005

People who go after God

Intro: the other night I ate at Golden Corral and on the food bar was fish, steak, chicken and shrimp. I couldn’t decide what I wanted, so I got a little bit of it all, twice. I guess that is why so many people like that place, you can get a second helping, and you can get a double portion. God has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gods Remnant

Contributed by Pepe Gonzales on Dec 12, 2020

Never throughout the long history of Israel and what we find recorded in The Bible did 100 percent of the nation worship God , there was always a faithful Remnant ...

Remnant in The Bible is always a two-sided word. In the first instance it speaks of disaster and loss ahead. But there is promise found in it too. It will not be a total catastrophe, for there will be a divinely preserved remnant." Gods People are His Remnant! Is 37:31 .... And the remnant ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 37:31, Romans 11:5, Psalm 16:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing The Better Portion

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jul 21, 2025

Mary chose the better portion in life, and God led her safely home.

We are gathered this morning in the shadow of sorrow, but also in the light of a great hope. And in this moment, we remember and give thanks to God for the beautiful and faithful life of Mary Beale. There is power in a name. Names connect us to our heritage and families, and sometimes, they even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choose The Good Portion PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The importance of prioritizing our relationship with God and abiding in Christ, as exemplified by Mary in the biblical passage, over worldly distractions and anxieties.

Good morning, Church! I hope this day finds you blessed and full of the Holy Spirit. As we gather today, I am reminded of a quote by A.W. Tozer, "The man who has God for his treasure has all things in One." Isn't that a beautiful thought? Let's turn our hearts and minds now to the Word of God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Topics: Abiding, Christ

The Power Of A Double Portion

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 21, 2011

When you stand before God ask Him for a double portion of the Spirit of the Men of Union Baptist Church, who have served with distinction and empowered generations untold.

November 16, 2008 Men’s Day Theme: Union Men Committed to worship, to serve and to empower Scripture: 2 Kings 2: 1 – 14 Sermon: The Power of a Double Portion What would you ask if you only had one request you could make? After you have assessed all of your needs and wants? After ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

One Portion More

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 23, 2009

For Baptist Identity Sunday. God has given the Baptist tribe one portion more of evangelistic zeal, missions involvement, and investment in freedom. This church is equipped with one portion more to do its mission.

I recently witnessed a special event, and was very impressed with how many Baptists there were in it. Everywhere I looked, I saw Baptists; every time the announcer identified anybody, I heard the word, "Baptist". It was one of the most sectarian occasions I’ve seen in a long while. There was a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist