After one of the sons of the prophets died, his wife came to Elisha fearful of the creditors, who threatened to take her two sons as slaves. She asked what she should do, and Elisha asked her what she had in her house. She replied that she only had a jar of oil. He instructed … Continue reading Elisha and the Widow’s Oil (2 Kings 4:1 – 7)
Elisha’s Prophetic Reign Begins (2 Kings 2:19 – 3:27)
The first act of Elisha after his receiving the spirit of the prophet Elisha was to heal the water of Jericho by casting a bowl of salt in and declaring the healing word of the Lord. After this, he went up to Bethel, and was mocked by youths who called him "baldhead." He pronounced a … Continue reading Elisha’s Prophetic Reign Begins (2 Kings 2:19 – 3:27)
Elijah’s Last Prophecy and Chariot Ride to Heaven (2 Kings 1:1 – 2:18)
Two stories from the life of Elijah are especially dramatic. First, Ahaziah had an accident, falling through a lattice, and was seriously injured. He asked his servants to inquire of Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron, to see if he would live or die. God revealed this to Elijah, who sent word to Ahaziah, "Is it … Continue reading Elijah’s Last Prophecy and Chariot Ride to Heaven (2 Kings 1:1 – 2:18)
Jehoshaphat in Judah and Ahaziah in Israel(1 Kings 22:41 – 43)
Jehoshaphat was a good king in Judah. He ruled and lived much as his father Asa had done, and worshipped rightly, except for the high places where the people offered sacrifices and burned incense. He also made peace with the king of Israel. He engaged in war, and he banished perverted persons from the land. … Continue reading Jehoshaphat in Judah and Ahaziah in Israel(1 Kings 22:41 – 43)
Micaiah Prophecies Ahab’s Death and It Happens (1 Kings 22:1 – 40; 2 Chronicles 18 – 23)
There were three years of peace between Israel and Syria after Ahab's apparent repentence. While the king of Judah, Jehoshaphat, was visiting, Ahab asked if he would go down and help him liberate Ramoth in Gilead from Syria. Jehoshaphat agrees, but asks that they inquire of the Lord before launching an attack. They gathered close … Continue reading Micaiah Prophecies Ahab’s Death and It Happens (1 Kings 22:1 – 40; 2 Chronicles 18 – 23)
Hunger and Thirst
Actual Sermon Notes from May 29, 2016 10:30 am service at Kannapolis Church of God. Extemporaneous Sermon by Dr. Greg Sloop in lieu of previously scheduled sermon. Matthew 5:6 - Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled. The American Church has become fat, satisfied, and complacent. There is … Continue reading Hunger and Thirst
Naboth’s Vineyard (1 Kings 21)
Ahab desired to have the vineyard of Naboth, because it was next to his palace. He asked Naboth for it, telling him he wanted to plant a vegetable garden there. Naboth told Ahab that we would not give him his inheritance (land). Ahab went home, laid on his bed, and pouted. Jezebel asked why he … Continue reading Naboth’s Vineyard (1 Kings 21)
Ahab Condemned (1 Kings 20:35 – 43)
A prophet came to his neighbor and prophecied to him to strike him. The man refused, and the prophet told him that because he refused and Lion would kill him. And it happened just like he said. He found another man and went through the same process. the man struck him, inflicting a wound. He … Continue reading Ahab Condemned (1 Kings 20:35 – 43)
Ahab’s Second Defeat of the Syrians (1 Kings 20:23 – 34)
The servants of the king of Syria postulated that the Israelites were servants of the gods of the hills. Therefore, if they would fight Israel in the plain, they would win. They went up to Aphek, and camp across one another for seven days, then fought, with Israel killing over 100,000 Syrians. Those not killed … Continue reading Ahab’s Second Defeat of the Syrians (1 Kings 20:23 – 34)
Elisha is Anointed; Ahab defeats Syria (1 Kings 19:19 – 20:22)
Elijah has just been challenged and encouraged by God to get back to the cause and enlist othes to join with him. He leaves the cave where God spoke to him and finds Elisha, who was plowing, and threw his mantle on him. Elisha asks for permission to tell his family goodbye, and slaughers the … Continue reading Elisha is Anointed; Ahab defeats Syria (1 Kings 19:19 – 20:22)
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