30 | 1 Kings 19

Scripture: 

Primary Text: 1 Kings 19 

Supplemental Text: 1 Kings 17, 18 

Observations & Applications:

Read 1 Kings 19:1-5a. 

What factors could have been contributing to the way Elijah was feeling in verses 3 and 4? (For more context consider the events in 1 Kings 17 and 18) 

Has there been a time in your life when you have felt this type of despair? 

Read 1 Kings 19:5b-9. 

What does this passage reveal about God’s character?   

What response is required of us?  

Read 1 Kings 19:10-18. 

Do you tend to look for God in the big signs or the small voice? (v.11-13) 

How did God choose to speak to Elijah? 

Considering God’s response in verse 18, what is the significance of Elijah's response in verses 10 and 14? 

Read 1 Kings 19:19-21. 

What is the significance of Elisha burning his work equipment?  

What does obedience look like in your life?  

Prayer: 

Pray Psalm 23. 

Resources: 

Out of the Cave by Chris Hodges

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