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Help For Hurting Moms

Pastor Kenneth Crews

34 mins
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Scripture References

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2 Kings 4:8-17

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And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread.

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And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I perceive that this is an holy man of God, which passeth by us continually.

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Let us make a little chamber, I pray thee, on the wall; and let us set for him there a bed, and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick: and it shall be, when he cometh to us, that he shall turn in thither.

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And it fell on a day, that he came thither, and he turned into the chamber, and lay there.

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And he said to Gehazi his servant, Call this Shunammite. And when he had called her, she stood before him.

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And he said unto him, Say now unto her, Behold, thou hast been careful for us with all this care; what is to be done for thee? wouldest thou be spoken for to the king, or to the captain of the host? And she answered, I dwell among mine own people.

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And he said, What then is to be done for her? And Gehazi answered, Verily she hath no child, and her husband is old.

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And he said, Call her. And when he had called her, she stood in the door.

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And he said, About this season, according to the time of life, thou shalt embrace a son. And she said, Nay, my lord, thou man of God, do not lie unto thine handmaid.

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And the woman conceived, and bare a son at that season that Elisha had said unto her, according to the time of life.

Overview

This sermon offers encouragement and hope to mothers and anyone experiencing hardship, focusing on the story of the Shunammite woman. The message emphasizes that despite difficult circumstances like barrenness or loss, individuals can refuse to be defined by their problems, remain faithful, and experience redemption and victory through God's strength.

Key Points

  • God's Strength in Weakness: The sermon begins by referencing Paul's thorn in the flesh, highlighting that God's grace is sufficient and His strength is made perfect in our weakness.

  • The Shunammite Woman's Resilience: This woman, despite her barrenness and her husband's old age, refused to be defined by her circumstances. She was known as a "great woman," indicating prominence, influence, and a God-fearing nature.

  • Faithfulness and Selflessness: The Shunammite woman remained faithful and selfless, ministering to others and providing hospitality to Elisha, even in her own difficult situation.

  • Redemption Through God: By refusing to be defined by her problems and remaining faithful, the woman experienced God's intervention, first with the gift of a son, and later with the restoration of that son's life.

  • Hope for Hurting Moms: The message directly addresses the pain and struggles of mothers, assuring them that God sees their tears, knows their burdens, and offers help and redemption.

  • Faithfulness as a Counter-Punch: Remaining faithful and trusting God is presented as a powerful response that counters the enemy's attacks and brings about redemption.

Scripture References

  • 2 Corinthians

  • 2 Kings 4:8

  • Genesis 1

Takeaways

  • Do not let your difficult circumstances define your identity. You are more than your problems.

  • Choose faithfulness and selflessness, even when you are hurting, as this can lead to unexpected blessings and redemption.

  • When facing overwhelming burdens, run to God. He sees your pain, understands your struggles, and can provide the strength and help you need.

  • Pray for your children and family members, especially those who are struggling, and trust that God can bring about redemption in their lives and yours.

This summary is AI-generated and may not be fully accurate. Always review the original transcription for complete details.

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