My bible readings have recently centered around 1 Kings. I have learned a great deal about Solomon, and the kings who followed him. Many of these kings did what was evil in the Lord's sight and had to pay a price. Often, their families were involved in the consequence.
This morning, I was surprised to see Elijah's name at the beginning of 1 Kings 17!
In verse 1, Elijah told King Ahab there would be no dew or rain during the next few years until he gave the word.
In verse 2-4, the Lord total Elijah to go to the east and hide by Kerith Brook, near where it entered the Jordan River. The Lord told Elijah to drink from the brook, and---get this---eat what the ravens bring you, for I have commanded them to bring you food. This is tripping me out! The Lord has told birds to fill the man-feeder twice a day. I know many people fill their bird feeder, probably twice a day. But, the shoe is on the other talon. TOO COOL!
Verses 6 & 7: So Elijah did as the Lord told him and camped beside the Keirth Brook, east of the Jordan. The ravens brought him bread and meat each morning and evening, and he drank from the brook.
Conclusion:
1. God does God-size acts, so that we KNOW He is God! There is NO other explanation for birds feeding a man!
2. We need to obey God! Elijah did exactly as the Lord told him.
3. God is faithful! The Lord did everything He said He was going to do.
4. We need to allow God's miracle to happen. Afterwards, let's be sure to give God the credit and the praise!
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