When God Showed Who He Was

1 KINGS 18:17-40

“When God Showed Who He Was”

Introduction-

Matt. 5:16; Eph. 5:8,11,13; Phil. 2:14-15

God is looking for people through whom He will show Himself to be alive and powerful:

I. PEOPLE OF CONVICTION – vv. 17-29

1- Conviction About Sin- vv. 17-18- The Confrontation with Ahab

Prov. 28:13

2- Conviction About God- vv. 19-21- The Challenge to the People

Rom. 12:1

3- Conviction About Truth- vv. 22-29- The Contest with the Prophets

II. PEOPLE OF COMMITMENT – vv. 30-36

1- Elijah’s Attention To Detail

2- Faithfulness In The Little Things

Luke 16:10-12

III. PEOPLE OF CONFIDENCE – vv. 36-40

1- Confidence Is Seen In Prayer

James 1:5-8; James 4:2-3

2- Confidence Is Built In Secret

Conclusion- Never underestimate the power of your life if it is totally dedicated to the Lord