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The Power of New Beginnings | Faith Under Fire: The Ministry of Elijah

Faith Under Fire, a new sermon series that focuses on The Ministry of Elijah. Today's sermon is based on 1 Kings 18:40–45 given by Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson.  After years of drought, idolatry, and spiritual darkness, God answers by fire on Mount Carmel and begins restoring His people. Through sacrifice, judgment, fellowship, prayer, and promise, God reveals that His victory creates the possibility of a completely new future. This victory also calls God’s people into a New Posture — one that turns away from idols, turns fully toward the Lord, and restores fellowship with one another.

Good Trouble: The God who Sets our Hearts Free | Faith Under Fire: The Ministry of Elijah

Faith Under Fire, a new sermon series that focuses on The Ministry of Elijah. Today's sermon is based on 1 Kings 18:16–39  given by Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson.  In 1 Kings 18:16–39, Ahab calls Elijah the “troubler of Israel,” but Elijah reveals that Israel’s real problem is its worship of idols instead of God. Though Elijah stands alone against Baal’s 450 prophets, God proves He alone is the true and living God. The story shows that idols are cruel and empty, demanding sacrifice from people, while the true God brings freedom and gives Himself for His people.

The King Who Went Looking for Water and the God Who Went Looking for Us | Faith Under Fire: The Ministry of Elijah

Faith Under Fire, a sermon series that focuses on The Ministry of Elijah. Today's sermon is based on 1 Kings 18:1–15  given by Elder Steve Guthrie. In 1 Kings 18:1–15, while King Ahab searches desperately for water during the drought, God sends Elijah back as a sign that He is still pursuing His people. Through Obadiah’s fearful but faithful obedience, we see what it looks like to trust God under pressure. The passage shows that while earthly leaders chase control and provision, God is actively seeking to restore hearts—calling His people to bold faith even in difficult circumstances.

God's Heart for Suffers | Faith Under Fire: The Ministry of Elijah

Faith Under Fire, a sermon series that focuses on The Ministry of Elijah. Today's sermon is based on 1 Kings 17:17-24 given by Dir. of Family Life, Cody Balfour.  The sermon teaches that suffering is not a punishment for sin and that God’s Kingdom is not built on merit. While sin can have consequences, personal suffering is not necessarily our fault. In the passage, we see deep grief and shaken faith, yet God turns out dead ends into doorways. He is a Good Shepherd who stays present, God rebuilds our shattered faith. Let God be God in our lives—believing that He is working toward good and is willing to restore what feels shattered, if we allow Him to.

The God of More Than Enough | Faith Under Fire: The Ministry of Elijah

Faith Under Fire, a new sermon series that focuses on The Ministry of Elijah. Today's sermon is based on 1 Kings 17:7-15 given by Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson.  When we face scarcity—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—we turn to God, who is more than enough. Through Elijah’s story, we see that God provides through faith, community, and hope, often in unexpected ways. In every season of lack, God meets us—in our weakness, in our asking, and in our receiving. He is faithful, present, and abundant. Whatever you’re facing today, remember: the Lord is more than enough.