Sermons on Mt Carmel:

Strange Fire

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 15, 2003

What happened to Nadab and Abihu is an important example that we must never tamper with things that God have sanctified as holy.

February 22, 2003 I. Introduction: A. Results of disobedience 1) Leviticus 10:1-7, “And Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took either of them his censer and put fire therein, and put incense thereon, and offered strange fire before the LORD, which he commanded them not. And there went out fire ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 3:4

Denomination: Adventist

The Power And Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Carlis Clinton on Feb 6, 2008

This sermon looks at the power available through prayer and the real purpose behind praying.

The Power and Purpose of Prayer: Making Prayer Your Second Language series part 1 Pastor Carlis Clinton (Community Seventh-day Adventist Church) ESL (English as a second language) classes are for people who want to learn English as a second language. There are courses like this available all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Adventist

He Reigns Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 3, 2023

The setting of this familiar story relates to a drought! It has not rained for three years (18:2 “the famine was severe”). It was a time of conflict and killing.

Reconnect With God: HE REIGNS 1 Kings 18 Introduction This month we will be focused on four iconic stories in the Bible, each one pointing us to reconnect with God when we have wandered away. Each one of these stories has a prophet or king at center. Each one an element or image that helps us ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recovering From Discouragement And Depression Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 27, 2011

We can become discouraged and depressed in the Christian life and lose our confidence. But there is a way back from this that leads to a closer walk with God.

9.1.11 INTRO Every New Year some people make New Year's resolutions -- we resolve either to start doing something good or stop doing something harmful. Favourites are to do with diet and exercise. Some have to do with relationships and behaviour. Many do not lead to lasting change. Some do. At ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Setback Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 6, 2017

Don't look at the big setback, see the big picture. Don't look at the big self, see the works of God. Don't look at the big things, listen to the voice of God.

Elijah had a great victory against the false prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. • He challenged the 450 prophets to call on their god to bring down fire and burn up the sacrifice. They failed, after a whole day of shouting. • At the time of the evening sacrifice, Elijah repaired the altar of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Have Staying Power?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 2, 2022

This is a message on patience. James provides some valuable insight into why believers sometimes fail at being patient, and he explains how to stay the course even when difficult life circumstances seem to go by at a snail’s pace.

If we are willing to be patient until the grace of God is made manifest, whether it takes nine years or ninety, it will be worth the wait. - Rebecca Pippert(1) This morning’s message will addresses the need to develop our staying power. As you might have guessed, this is a sermon on patience. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Reviving Our Faith: A Lesson From Elijah SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A critical examination of many churches today shows signs of weakness, lethargy, and decline. The once vibrant fires of revival and renewal have dimmed or been obstructed by sin, personal desires, and evil forces.

The state of many churches today reveals weakness, apathy, and decline. The fires of revival and renewal have dimmed or been hindered by sin, worldly influences, and spiritual opposition. To bring about a change, we must repair the altar of the Lord. The altar serves as a meeting place between the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39

Topics: Faith, Revival, Elijah

David And Abigail--Part 1 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2019

First Samuel 25:1-31 shows us the Lord's restraining providence in the life of his servant.

Scripture David was on the run from King Saul, who wanted to kill David. Saul caught up with David near the wilderness of Engedi, but David spared Saul’s life. Saul affirmed that David would be the next king over Israel, and went back to his home in Gibeah, while David remained in the caves at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Elijah's Mountain Top Experience Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 4, 2010

Elijah confronts the prophets of Baal to show that Only Yahweh is the true and living God.

By Rev Bill Stewart As we have just heard, in today’s Scripture reading the prophet Elijah was called by God to go to Mount Carmel which is situated in the North of Israel. It is not an especially high mountain but it does have a great view. In fact, it’s a bit like the lookout on Mount ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Anglican

Let The Rain Fall

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Let the Rain Fall

1 Kings 18:39-45 Let the Rain Fall 1. The Person in Prayer. - 42 So Ahab went up to eat and to drink. And Elijah went up to the top of Carmel; and he cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between his knees, James 5:16 The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:39-45

Denomination: Holiness

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

"lord, I've Had Enough!" Series

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 21, 2003

This is part 3 of a series of sermons dedicated to the life and ministry of Elijah. It deals with the subject of spiritual frustration.

Elijah Part 3 "Lord, I’ve Had Enough" Have you ever had that kind of day or week where you just felt as though it couldn’t possibly get any worse? Maybe it seemed that only a short while before, everything was going fine. But then something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Prophet From Tekoa Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 9, 2022

Amos 1:1-2; 7:10-17 shows us a call to speak for God.

Scripture Today I am beginning a study in the book of Amos in a sermon series I am calling, “A Prophet for Today.” I hope that we shall see how relevant this prophet of God is for us today in a sermon titled, “The Prophet from Tekoa.” Let us read about the prophet from Tekoa in Amos 1:1-2; ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2, Amos 7:10-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

Final Thoughts Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 30, 2008

This sermon examines a man who did not compromise even when virtually everyone around him did.

Scripture Some of you are familiar with Maxine, the cartoon character who has an irreverent outlook on life. Recently she said, “Everyone concentrates on the problems we’re having in this country lately: illegal immigration, hurricane recovery, and alligators attacking people in Florida. Not me. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed