2 Chronicles 7:14
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The LORD’s Response to Solomon
13If I close the sky so there is no rain, or if I command the locust to devour the land, or if I send a plague among My people,14and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.
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2 Chronicles 7:14
The LORD’s Response to Solomon
13If I close the sky so there is no rain, or if I command the locust to devour the land, or if I send a plague among My people,14and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.
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Hell-Shaking Prayer
By David Wilkerson43K1:02:472CH 7:14PSA 51:10DAN 6:10JAS 5:161JN 1:9This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer, focusing on the story of Daniel who prayed fervently despite facing opposition and the threat of the lion's den. It highlights the need for believers to be men and women of prayer, seeking God's face and repenting of sin to experience His cleansing and restoration.
A Man of God
By Leonard Ravenhill32K1:52:292CH 7:14PSA 85:6PSA 119:105MAT 11:28ACT 1:14ACT 2:11TH 5:17HEB 10:25JAS 4:8This sermon reflects on a 70-year journey of faith, witnessing various church tragedies and worldly events, yet remaining steadfast by looking up to Jesus, reading the Word, and following the paths of faith. It emphasizes coming to Jesus in times of weariness and emptiness, seeking His grace and zeal to inspire and revive the heart. The importance of prayer, revival, and the presence of God in the midst of believers' gatherings is highlighted, drawing from historical revivals like the Welsh and Shangtung revivals.
"Where Are the Praying People?"
By David Wilkerson22K01:432CH 7:14PSA 51:10PRO 4:23MAT 5:81CO 10:132CO 6:17EPH 5:111TI 4:12JAS 4:81PE 5:8This sermon emphasizes the speaker's strong desire to remain separate from the sinful influences of the world, committing to prayer, Bible reading, and standing against immorality. The urgency to address the moral decline within churches and society, calling for a return to genuine faith and purity, especially in the face of prevalent sins like pornography. The plea for God to raise up voices of righteousness and intercessors to combat the spiritual apathy and compromise that is leading a generation astray.
Can We Have a Revival?
By Oswald J. Smith15K56:15Revival2SA 7:142CH 7:14MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about his son who became a pastor after accepting Jesus as his Savior at the age of five. He emphasizes the importance of reaching out to children with the gospel and expresses his disbelief that some parents do not have a burden for their unsaved children. The speaker then recounts his own experience of attending evangelistic meetings in Toronto and seeing cards with the words "Get Right With God" scattered throughout the city. He describes how he eventually found Jesus as his personal Savior and highlights the transformative power of this encounter. The sermon concludes with the speaker urging Christians to get right with God and inviting people to partake in the gospel feast.
A Powerful Warning - Lest We Forget the Message
By David Wilkerson14K09:272CH 7:14PSA 27:8PSA 119:11PRO 28:13JER 29:13MAT 24:44EPH 6:18HEB 4:16JAS 4:81PE 5:8This sermon emphasizes the urgency of taking the Word of God seriously and being prepared for His soon coming. It calls for a return to intimacy with Christ, dependence on God, and seeking His face diligently. The speaker warns against compromise, distractions, and the pursuit of worldly desires, urging a focus on God alone. The message stresses the importance of prayer, seeking God in good times, and waging war against sin to be prepared for spiritual battles.
"America Rejecting the Light"
By Leonard Ravenhill13K00:142CH 7:14PRO 29:18ISA 59:2JER 18:7ROM 1:21This sermon delves into the concept of God's potential withdrawal of protection from a nation that has been abundantly blessed but has turned away from Him. It explores the idea that when a society consistently rejects the light and truth it has been given, there may come a point where God removes His hand of favor and protection.
A Touch From God (Full)
By David Wilkerson12K45:28EXO 33:72CH 7:14PSA 27:8PSA 51:10PSA 65:4ISA 40:31ISA 55:61CO 3:16HEB 10:22JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's presence and being willing to fully surrender to Him, leaving behind defilement and busyness. It highlights the need for a deep hunger for God, a willingness to go to the mountain in prayer, and a call to come out of places of defilement to experience God's touch and presence in a transformative way.
The Burdens of Ravenhill - Part 1 (Compilation)
By Leonard Ravenhill10K26:18Compilation2CH 7:14JOL 1:13JOL 2:13JOL 3:13MAT 6:33ROM 9:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of viewing the Bible as an absolute truth. He encourages believers to have a deep conviction in the authority and power of God's word. The preacher also highlights the significance of weeping in revival, referencing Joel 2:17 where priests are called to weep between the altar and the doorposts. He mentions a gathering of preachers in Dallas who will be praying for revival, with the key verse being 2 Chronicles 7:14, which places the responsibility for revival on the people rather than the preachers. The preacher laments the lack of spiritual life and power in the church today and urges believers to prioritize prayer meetings as a measure of the church's devotion to God.
Weeping Between Porch and the Altar
By Leonard Ravenhill9.7K1:12:40Weeping2CH 7:14JOL 1:13JOL 2:17MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker contrasts the superficiality of modern Christian gatherings with the deep devotion and sacrifice of believers in the past. He highlights the story of a young man who prayed fervently despite suffering from a debilitating illness. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit and proclaiming the message of the cross. He criticizes the tendency to prioritize prosperity, popularity, and personal comfort in Christianity today, calling for a return to brokenness and a cry for God's intervention.
Revival Lectures Series - Short
By Leonard Ravenhill8.8K28:15Revival2CH 7:14PSA 85:4JOL 1:13JOL 2:11JOL 2:13JOL 2:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a vision and burden for the lost souls in the world. He highlights the alarming fact that there are more lost people now than ever before, even 2,000 years after Jesus Christ came into the world. The speaker urges listeners to turn to the Lord with fasting, weeping, and mourning, and to rend their hearts in repentance. He also calls on the priests and ministers to intercede for the people and plead with God to spare them from reproach and the rule of the heathens. The sermon emphasizes the need for brokenness and discipline in order to experience the awesomeness of God's presence and power.
Finished With the World
By Keith Daniel8.4K1:15:43Love Of The World2CH 7:14PSA 17:8PSA 119:11PSA 119:105MAT 16:26GAL 6:141PE 1:15In this sermon, the speaker expresses frustration and disappointment with the length and content of previous speakers at a gathering. He questions the prioritization of entertainment over the preaching of the word of God. The speaker refuses to preach for only 10 minutes, insisting on delivering a full sermon. Despite initial resistance, the audience eventually allows him to speak, and he passionately delivers a sermon that moves the young people in attendance. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not burying the word of God for the sake of entertainment and urges the audience to consider their methods of spreading the message.
A Warning to America
By Keith Daniel8.0K1:15:442CH 7:14PSA 51:10MAT 5:14EPH 6:10JAS 5:16This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's intervention and righteousness in a land plagued by defilement and darkness. It highlights the power of prayer and the need for Christians to unite in spiritual warfare to combat the forces of evil. The speaker shares personal experiences of weeping over the moral decay in society and calls for a revival of faith and repentance to bring healing and restoration to the nation.
If My People
By Curtis Hutson7.6K39:13Revival2CH 7:14PSA 51:17MAT 6:33JHN 15:52TI 3:16HEB 13:8JAS 4:6In this sermon, the preacher shares two stories to emphasize the importance of approaching the platform with confidence and faith. He encourages the congregation to start a fire in their hearts and unite in prayer to bring revival to their church and nation. The preacher emphasizes that God is still powerful and capable of working miracles today. He references 2 Chronicles 7:14, where God promises to hear and heal if His people humble themselves, pray, seek His face, and turn from their wicked ways. The preacher challenges the congregation to believe in the power of God's promises and take action to bring about revival.
Worship - Then Prayer - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill7.4K33:28Worship1KI 18:362CH 7:14PSA 24:4PRO 4:23MAT 6:33JAS 4:81PE 1:15In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prioritizing time with God over worldly distractions. He criticizes the tendency to spend hours watching TV shows but not dedicating enough time to prayer. The preacher also shares personal anecdotes about his own family and the impact of his ministry on their lives. He highlights the need for personal revival and warns against relying on external appearances of spirituality. Additionally, he mentions a story about a girl praying fervently for her family's salvation and expresses his desire to see genuine, passionate believers who are willing to sacrifice for their faith.
The Role of Prayer in Spiritual Awakening
By J. Edwin Orr6.5K25:54Spiritual Awakening2CH 7:14PRO 28:13MAT 10:32ACT 3:192CO 7:1JAS 4:71JN 1:9In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes four important steps for spiritual growth. First, he urges the audience to put away any doubtful habits from their lives. Second, he emphasizes the importance of obeying the promptings of the Holy Spirit. Third, he encourages the audience to publicly confess their faith in Christ. Finally, he highlights the need for explicit agreement and visible union among God's people in extraordinary prayer for revival and the extension of Christ's kingdom. The sermon also shares the story of Evan Roberts, a young man who sparked a revival in Lochor, Wales, through his preaching and emphasis on confession of sin and making things right with others.
An Urgent Message
By David Wilkerson6.1K01:342CH 7:14JER 18:8AMO 3:7MAT 24:6LUK 21:11This sermon emphasizes the warning signs that God sends before times of trouble, drawing parallels between past events like the Great Depression and current natural disasters as indicators of potential judgment. It highlights the importance of recognizing these signs and not being blind to the warnings that God provides, urging listeners to turn away from false teachings of prosperity and instead heed the message of repentance and preparation for what may come.
Turn the Tide
By Abigail Miller5.9K05:032CH 7:14PSA 51:10ISA 41:10EPH 6:12JAS 4:7This sermon emphasizes the need to stand strong against evil forces that threaten to corrupt society, highlighting the importance of turning to God for restoration and revival. It calls for a collective effort to defend against wickedness and uphold the virtues of God's kingdom, urging believers to actively engage in the spiritual battle for the future generations.
The Reproach of the Solemn Assembly - Part 2
By David Wilkerson5.8K25:312CH 7:14PSA 119:105ISA 42:19JER 36:23ZEP 3:17MAT 7:15LUK 15:17In this sermon, Pastor Wilkinson calls on the congregation to come forward and seek deliverance and strength from the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes the importance of repentance and keeping one's focus on Jesus and the cross, rather than pursuing material prosperity. The pastor also addresses those who may feel spiritually weak or have backslidden, urging them to rekindle their passion for God. He warns against being blind or deaf to the condition of the church and encourages everyone to take on the burden of reproach for the sake of righteousness.
No Man Is Greater Than His Prayer Life - Part 1
By Leonard Ravenhill5.3K43:29Prayer Life1KI 16:302CH 7:14JOL 2:12MAT 5:1MAT 6:33REV 21:4In this sermon, the speaker discusses the life of Elijah, a man who is considered one of the greatest in history. Despite his many accomplishments, the speaker emphasizes that the key to Elijah's greatness lies in his prayer life. The speaker also shares a personal anecdote about witnessing a large machine struggling under its immense weight, highlighting the importance of having the right engine to handle the challenges of life. The sermon concludes with a reminder that prayer and sacrifice are essential for spiritual growth and that the promise of no tears in heaven is not explicitly mentioned in the book of Revelation.
Americas Only Hope
By Keith Daniel5.0K1:19:36Revival Praying2CH 7:14MAT 18:3JHN 3:3JHN 3:7ACT 3:19ACT 17:301PE 1:23In this sermon, the preacher expresses deep concern and sorrow for the state of the country and the erosion of freedom of speech. He recounts a powerful experience where he witnessed a building burning down after praying for it to happen. The preacher also shares his burden for the land and his own family, acknowledging the absence of a father figure in their lives. He describes a disturbing scene in a large church where evil music was playing and people were dancing, prompting him to pray for God to intervene. The sermon emphasizes the need for self-respect and the consequences of disregarding it.
(The Word for Today) Isaiah 16:1 - Part 2
By Chuck Smith4.3K25:59ExpositionalEXO 12:422CH 7:14ISA 16:1EZK 22:30MAT 6:33LUK 10:42In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of standing up for Jesus Christ in a fallen world. He emphasizes the need for young adults to abstain from the immorality of our culture and to make a commitment to follow Jesus. Pastor Chuck uses the example of Daniel from the book of Daniel in the Bible, who took a stand for righteousness even in the face of potential death. He encourages young adults to be strong in their faith and to be prepared for the Lord's coming. Additionally, Pastor Chuck urges listeners to engage in intercessory prayer for their city, state, and country, in order to see a spiritual awakening and a return to the Lord.
The Great and Final Separation
By David Wilkerson4.2K47:282CH 7:14MRK 13:37ACT 2:42CO 6:171TI 4:12TI 4:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's face and being separated from the world. He challenges the congregation to examine their commitment to living a strict Christian life and not being swayed by worldly desires. The preacher acknowledges that while 95% of the Christian life may be good, it is the remaining 5% that can be detrimental. He also highlights the decline of Christianity in modern times and urges believers to stir themselves and long for the coming of Jesus. The sermon concludes with a reminder that Jesus loved sinners and calls for personal transformation and a commitment to live out the preached message.
America's Only Hope
By Keith Daniel4.2K1:19:592CH 7:14EPH 6:10This sermon emphasizes the power of prayer and the need for God's people to humble themselves, pray, confess sins, and turn from wicked ways to bring about revival. It shares powerful stories of prayer leading to tangible results, highlighting the importance of seeking God's intervention in the face of moral decay and societal challenges.
The Real or the Plastic?
By Art Katz4.0K56:40Authenticity2CH 7:14PSA 34:18PSA 51:11MAT 6:33ACT 1:81CO 5:5In this sermon transcript, the speaker reflects on a night of a general meeting where an internationally known speaker delivered a message. The speaker expresses their disappointment and frustration with the hoakiness and lack of authenticity in the religious world. They emphasize the need for believers to be real, loving, and truthful in their faith. The speaker recounts a moment when they were called to the microphone and asked the audience to stand and sing the Lord's prayer as a way to bring a sense of respect and authenticity before God. Despite their initial reluctance, the speaker agrees to participate in the following morning's session only if God gives them something specific.
The Awakening of 1727 Onward
By J. Edwin Orr4.0K28:002CH 7:14PSA 85:6ISA 57:15JOL 2:28HAB 3:2MAT 9:37ACT 2:17ROM 12:2EPH 5:14REV 2:5This sermon delves into the historical context of the Evangelical Revival in Great Britain and the Great Awakening in America during the 18th century, highlighting the societal depravity, moral decay, and spiritual decline that necessitated these revivals. It explores the transformative impact of key figures like John Wesley and George Whitefield, the beginnings of the Methodist movement, and the widespread revival that reshaped the English-speaking world, leading people back to God.