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328 – Seven Looks Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 28, 2005

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ELIJAH kept praying even after 6 disappointments, and the answer came at the seventh look, from a "small" sign of hope.

Sermon # 328 – SEVEN LOOKS Historical Background 1 Kings ~ 16:29-34 = Ahab (Jezebel’s, who killed God’s prophets, was his wife) becomes king of Israel (for 22yrs) – v.30 “did many things the Lord said were wrong.” Jericho walls were rebuilt. ~ 17:1-15 = Elijah declares a curse upon the land – no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Hope Expressing Hope

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 16, 2005

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This text is troubling because it doesn’t seem to connect, but when you dig in it has a beautiful message of praying for the nations.

Experiencing Hope/Expressing Hope (Mark 11:1-24) Sometimes we have a conception that people who approach life in a lighthearted manner don’t take things seriously enough. We often believe that they don’t care about things, that they have a kind of laize faire approach toward life, that they have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revive In 2005 Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 16, 2005

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For the church of Jesus Christ to be revived in 2005 we must get back to the old-fashioned way of attaining revival by praying.

Revive in 2005 – Part 3 Thesis: For the church of Jesus Christ to be revived in 2005 we must get back to the old-fashioned way of attaining revival by praying. Opening Illustration: From the Quickening Our clip illustrates from history and current day stories the power of revival to transform ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Persistent

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 15, 2010

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God never gets tired of hearing our prayers regardless of how many times we pray for the same thing.

Text: “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up” (Luke 18:1). Have you ever felt like giving up because you thought something was too difficult for you to learn or do? Maybe the therapy you were going through caused you pain and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Take Action Today!

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 9, 2011

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In Mark 9 Jesus’ disciples could not cast a demon out of a young boy. What was Jesus explanation as to why? Pray!

Take Action Today! When I read the Bible- like to personalize the Bible. What does God want me to take away from- verses. Often when I read- underline/circle action words. How do those words affect my life? Is there action I need to take in response? This morning-share-verses I read recently-Mk ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:19

Denomination: Charismatic

Parents, Praise, Prophecy, Prayer And Patience

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 27, 2007

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A fairly short sermon asking the congregation to pray for parents, to praise God for Jesus, to be open to prophesy, to be regular in prayer and to be patient.

Luke 2: 22 to 40 This is such a lovely all-age event in the life of Jesus. We’ve got a baby (Jesus 2:21), parents (Mary and Joseph 2:22), a man of faith (Simeon 2:25), and a very prayerful and faithful widow (Anna 2:36). The whole event is a reminder to us that children are a gift from God. I was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Anglican

The Wonderful Church Leadership

Contributed by James May on Aug 19, 2007

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The church leadership will determine the direction and spirituality of the church. Let’s pray that we have the right leaders in these last days.

The Wonderful Church Leadership Sunday, August 19, 2007 – PM By Pastor Jim May 3 John 1-14 Have you ever wondered what kind of spiritual giants led the early churches? These men and women of God were called by God to lead the baby church to fulfill the Great Commission. It had been only a few ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Better World Series

Contributed by Mark Neilly on Nov 22, 2002

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To the world says life is about money, possessions and having a good time - but Jesus prays for a better world for his followers

John 17: 24 - 26 A Better World I am sure some of you have already seen the Christmas advert for Mark’s and Spencer’s on TV. It asks, what does Christmas mean to the Celebrities? There are then references to the Turkey, the food, the tinsel and the pressies - but no mention of what really matters - ...read more

Scripture: John 17:24-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A First Step Toward Witnessing For The Non-Evangelist

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 18, 2018

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A look at how crucial it is to recognize that God has put a few people around that we are responsible to pray for and witness to.

- Let me note as we begin that the sermon title speaks of the “non-evangelist.” While there are people who are spiritually gifted at evangelism, sharing our faith is a job that is assigned to all of us. I’m referring there to the person who doesn’t feel they’re any good at that or for the person ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Before The Flood 2 Series

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 7, 2014

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The Days of Noah are here with us. So, God's people should always watch and pray to escape the imminent judgement of God.

BEFORE THE FLOOD 2 The Trumpeter is a moment to prepare the saints for the coming of Our Lord Jesus Christ, calling the Church back to the truth and the path of righteousness and warning the unbelieving world about the coming judgement. It is also the period we are looking at the world events and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:16-24

Denomination: Anglican

...your Kingdom Come... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014

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What is God's Kingdom? And where does it begin? What is our duty to it? How are we to pray for it to come about?

Sermon Brief Date Written: March 05, 2014 Date Preached: March 05, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Study on the Lord’s Prayer Sermon Title: Your Kingdom Come…(Sermon 5) Sermon Text: Matthew 6:9-13 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: Jesus wanted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Yes, Christ Is Our King Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 21, 2017

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We pray today that the families of nations separated by the wound of sin would be brought together under the dominion of Christ the King.

Christ the King 2017 Restoring All Things Extraordinary Form From the Epistle of Blessed Paul to the Colossians: Beloved, May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, 12 giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

Be Joyful Always

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Dec 20, 2018

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Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

Today's scripture verse encourages us to be joyful always, pray all the time and give thanks no matter the circumstances; good or "not so good" as I always say. But is it possible to do all the above when you are facing challenges and struggles in your life? Well, beloved, I will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Live In-Between #9 Bad News, Good News Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Apr 19, 2017

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We need to know that Satan is out to get us all ... but take heart God is on our side and is praying for us.

I Will Live In-Between #9 Bad News, Good News (Luke 22:31-34) ~ Intro: Have you ever had someone come up to tell you something and they say, I’ve got bad new and good new which do you want to hear? Bad news, Good news lines: Like your dentist coming out and saying, ‘The good news is that you will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Mountain Top Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

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Message 6 in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message follows Elijah to the mountaintop where he prayed for rain.

Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #6 “Lessons from a Mountain Top” Introduction Observing God’s interaction with Elijah and Elijah’s spiritual journey in his day provides insight and principles for us in our day which has become similar to what Elijah fought in his day. The transitions in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46, Mark 11:22-24, Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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