Elijah Sent to the Widow at Zarephath
April 26, 2020 Preacher: Rich Lanning Series: 1 & 2 Kings
Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7–7:16
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Elijah Sent to the Widow at Zarephath
1 Kings 17:7-16
April 26, 2020
Introduction:
I. The stream dries up and God has a new plan. 1 Kings 17:7
II. An extreme test of faith meets the widow. 1 Kings 17:8‐1
III. Jesus refers to this episode as a paradigm for His own ministry.
Luke 4:24‐26
IV. God miraculously provides for the widow. 1 Kings 17:15‐16
Questions for reflection:
Why is it helpful to see that God’s plan for Elijah’s life is filled with unexpected, faith‐ challenging twists?
How is the widow’s willingness to prepare Elijah a meal a picture of believing faith?
What does this episode tell us about the ministry of Jesus (Luke 4:24‐26)?

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