Sermons on The Widow Of The Prophet:

The Real Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 20, 2010

A study of chapter 7 verses 1 through 14

Zechariah 7: 1 – 14 The Real Heart Of The Matter 1 Now in the fourth year of King Darius it came to pass that the word of the LORD came to Zechariah, on the fourth day of the ninth month, Chislev, 2 when the people sent Sherezer, with Regem-Melech and his men, to the house of God, to pray ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Concern That Never Dies Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Mar 8, 2006

This is the third message in a Lenten series on"The Seven Last Words of Christ." I also have information on appropriate dramas that can be used as an introduction to this and the other six messages in the series.

The Concern that Never Dies —John 19:16-27 John was the only disciple who stood by Jesus until the very end. I am reminded of Ben E. King’s 1986 hit song “Stand by Me”: When the night has come And the land is dark And the moon is the only light we see No, I won’t be afraid Oh, I won’t be ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-27

Denomination: Methodist

Seventh Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 30, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 34:11-22, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Romans 6:19-23, Mark 8:1-10. A). HOW TO REVERENCE THE LORD. Psalm 34:11-22. PSALM 34:11. David addresses his hearers as “children” - like disciples receiving instruction at the feet of their Rabbi. The Scottish metrical version reads: “O children, hither ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:11-22, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Romans 6:19-23, Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parents, Praise, Prophecy, Prayer And Patience

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 27, 2007

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

Abundance Of Rain

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Abundance Of Rain

1 Kings 18 v 41 - 46 Abundance Of Rain The prophets of Baal have been slain; what now? Judgment always prepares the way for blessing. When the fire fell and judgment for sin has been offered, blessing will follow. I. THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46

Denomination: Holiness

Tough Love

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 1, 2020

A warning not only for Israel then, but for the church now. The long-suffering of God.

TOUGH LOVE. Matthew 23:13-39. 1. Jesus spares not to warn those who are on the path to “the damnation of hell” (Matthew 23:33), using such expressions as “woe unto you” (eight times), “hypocrites” (seven times), “blind guides” or “fools and blind” (five times), “ye serpents, (ye) generation of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:13-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anna - Always Faithful Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024

Anna was a prophetess that received insight not available to others.

A. INTRODUCTION “Anna, a prophet, was also there in the Temple. She was the daughter of Phanuel from the tribe of Asher, and she was very old. Her husband died when they had been married only seven years. Then she lived as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the Temple but stayed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

When The Creek Dries Up

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Aug 25, 2003

Some times we doubt God’s prvision and promises. Sometimes God’s provision just seems to dry up. What do we do then?

TITLE: When the Creek Dries Up 082503d C. Scott Ghan This sermon was inspired by Elmer Towns’ sermon "When the Brook Dries Up". Though very little of his original text is in tact. TEXT: 1 Kings 17:1-9 (CEV) Elijah was a prophet from Tishbe in Gilead. One day he went to King Ahab and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trying Times - "Wait" Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 29, 2013

A comparative of facing and coping with waiting to receive what we prayed for, considering modern times and the daily faith used against the wholeness of the faith of the fathers of old until Christ Jesus.

Trying Times - “WAIT” by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013, 6/1/2013, 6/15/2013, 6/18/2013, 6/22/2013, 6/29/2013) “If a man die, shall he live again? All the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come” Job 14:14, KJV [Job waiteth for his ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-22

Denomination: Friends

Doing Justice

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Aug 3, 2020

This is the second in a two-part series on the topic, "Do Justice".

I was probably 9 or 10 when the doorbell rang one day, and answering the door, I recognized the man holding a clipboard as a neighbor, father of a friend of mine. He asked if my dad was home, and in a few moments, Dad came to the door. After exchanging pleasantries, the gentleman informed Dad of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, Amos 5:21-24, Isaiah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Just Like Me

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 2, 2019

A recent article by Dave Butts prompted this sermon, reminding us that the heroes of faith were just like us in many ways.

1. [My Prayer Story @ the Rocket Club Meeting in Huntsville, AL I was seated with Medal of Honor Winner, Generals, and High Dignitaries; Heroes –seem larger than life 2. Everyday Heroes • Consider Dave Sanders, the school teacher shot to death while trying to shield his students from two youth on a ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

That Same God - Part 3

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025

God’s track record is perfect. He never fails, He restores, and He heals. When you understand that the same God who worked miracles in the past is still working today, your faith will rise to new levels.

THAT SAME GOD – PART 3 By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:37 – “David said moreover, The LORD that delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. And Saul said unto David, Go, and the LORD be with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37, Malachi 3:6, Hebrews 13:8, Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 46:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Two Worlds Collide

Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Feb 19, 2008

Reminding us of the Christian hope we have as we see how Jesus confronts the death of a young man

When Two Worlds Collide 17th February 2008 With television cameras rolling a brand new car is propelled down a track into a concrete barrier. Smash! It’s Air bags explode. Crash dummies recoil from the impact. Metal flies! The test is repeated on dozens of new cars. Why this waste of cars? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles Of Jesus (Pt 3) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 15, 2025

Today, we are in part 3 of a series titled “The Miracles of Jesus”. The purpose is firstly, to learn about the miracles and secondly, to discover what they mean to us today.

The plan is to spend a few weeks in the miracles, shift to the parables, and finish up with the miracles. We are chronologically studying these miracles. There are several things I’d like to unwrap during this study series. Types of miracles Who was present Purpose of the miracles Which gospels ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-33

The Seasons Of Your Faith

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 10, 2010

As you go through the various seasons of your faith God's word is the one thing that remains constant.

April 11, 2010 Morning Worship Text: 1 Kings 17:1-16 Subject: Elijah the Prophet Title: The Seasons of Your Faith In the last month or so I have been sharing with you about all the important things that Jesus told His disciples on the last night they were together. Last week. Of course, was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God