MOTIVATE I’ve had the privilege of preaching at several churches in 4 countries, extended teaching a handful of churches, but serving as a pastoral staff member at only 4 churches. One unique experience at churches is what is known as “potluck.” There have been some great potlucks in my Christian life, but few surpass the…
Tag: Elisha the prophet
Stretched Out (2 Kings 4:8, ff)
MOTIVATE In the late 1860’s life was good for Horatio Spafford and his wife Anna. They had four daughters: Annie, Maggie, Bessie and Tanetta, and one son: Horatio Jr. Horatio Sr. was a successful Chicago lawyer and prominent businessman. He invested a large amount in real estate by the shores of Lake Michigan. They were…
God Fills Empty Vessels (2 Kings 4:1-7)
MOTIVATE Being second is a high rank, but it’s not always satisfying. Second means you’re also the first loser (ouch). But being second means, you’ve accomplished something with there still being room for growth and improvement. In our nation, the office of vice president is the second highest position and first in line of succession….
Ready Vessels (2Kings 4:8-37)
AUDIO: MOTIVATE The blessing of God… unclogging gutters… EXAMINE 2Kings 4:8-37 God’s blessing comes in our preparations not our procrastination/idleness (2Kings 4:8-10). – Elisha traveled as a prophet to speak God’s word around the region. o Christians take God wherever they go. o Church can’t spend all their time in the building… get…
Growing Godly Generations 