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In this message, we dive into the epic showdown of 1 Kings 18, where Elijah calls upon God to ignite a fire on the altar. Discover how repairing your spiritual altar, preparing your heart as a living sacrifice, and recognizing God's perfect timing can invite His transformative fire into your life. Let's rekindle the flames of faith and carry God's fire beyond the church walls into every aspect of our lives.
Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30 "Then Elijah said to all the people, ‘Come here to me.’ They came to him, and he repaired the altar of the Lord, which had been torn down."
Devotional: Elijah began by repairing the altar of the Lord that had fallen into disrepair. This symbolizes our need to renew and restore our relationship with God. Often, we allow the busyness of life to erode our time with Him. Today, assess any areas of your spiritual life that may be in disrepair.
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Scripture: Romans 12:1 "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship."
Devotional: Elijah prepared the sacrifice meticulously, ensuring everything was in place for God's fire to fall. In the New Testament, we are called to be living sacrifices. This involves daily offering ourselves to God, aligning our lives with His will, and preparing our hearts for His presence.