Series17 Study1A...Elijah’s sudden appearance upon the page of scripture centres upon the tremendous announcement he made to Ahab –- read 1 Kings 17:1
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Series 17
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Study 1 ELIJAH, THE MAN AND HIS MINISTRY
(Scripture Portions: 1 Kings 16: 28-34; 17:1; James 5: 17-18)
Elijah was a mighty man of God –- in some respects the greatest of all the prophets since Moses and until the advent of John the Baptist (Matthew 11:11). Although he lived 3000 years ago and his period of ministry was comparatively short, he is by no means a forgotten character –- look up Malachi 4:5; Matthew 11:14; 27:47; Luke 1:17; John 1:21. As we study his life and ministry the Holy Spirit will teach us valuable lessons which will enable us to live for and serve the Lord more effectively.
Elijah’s sudden appearance upon the page of scripture centres upon the tremendous announcement he made to Ahab –- read 1 Kings 17:1, and compare James 5:17-18. However, before we look more closely at this remarkable man, let us suggest several classes of people to whom this series of studies will make a special appeal.
First, those who feel their sphere of service is hard. If this is you, the story of Elijah should bring great encouragement.
Second, those who feel they are lone workers. How easily such are tempted to say, as Elijah said, ““I am the only one left!”” There is encouragement here for them.
Third, those whose patience is sorely tried and who see few results. Elijah knew all about this! The story of his patience, endurance and ultimate achievement will encourage us to ‘press on’.
Fourth, those who feel there is little they can do to influence an apostate age. There was little that Elijah could do, but how much it was –- James 5:17-18! We, likewise, have been given this weapon of believing prayer.
Fifth, those who have failed (and who has not?). The story of Elijah contains one sad incident (1 Kings 19), but what help we find in it!
1 . ELIJAH WAS A MAN JUST LIKE OURSELVES
We tend to regard men like Elijah, Moses, Daniel and the other O.T. ‘‘worthies’’ as men who walked on heights inaccessible to us. But who was Elijah? James 5:17 tells us: a man with a nature just like yours and mine. A man , not an angel; a man who at one point failed badly. A great man, yes, but essentially no different from ourselves.
2 . WE ARE TOLD NOTHING ABOUT ELIJAH’’ S EARLY LIFE AND UPBRINGING
He is described as “Elijah the Tishbite, from Tishbe in Gilead”, and as his name means “God is my strength”, this may indicate that he had godly parents. We can be sure, however, that God had been preparing him all through his early years. And remember, every experience through which the Lord leads us is a preparation for the further work He has in store for us.
Waiting time is never wasted time.see you in the concluding part, where we will be dealing with the remaining peculiarities of Elijah...before then,what are your resolutions on what you just read now...God be with you
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Series 17
Happy Sunday! Ruminate on this as you prepare for service
Study 1 ELIJAH, THE MAN AND HIS MINISTRY
(Scripture Portions: 1 Kings 16: 28-34; 17:1; James 5: 17-18)
Elijah was a mighty man of God –- in some respects the greatest of all the prophets since Moses and until the advent of John the Baptist (Matthew 11:11). Although he lived 3000 years ago and his period of ministry was comparatively short, he is by no means a forgotten character –- look up Malachi 4:5; Matthew 11:14; 27:47; Luke 1:17; John 1:21. As we study his life and ministry the Holy Spirit will teach us valuable lessons which will enable us to live for and serve the Lord more effectively.
Elijah’s sudden appearance upon the page of scripture centres upon the tremendous announcement he made to Ahab –- read 1 Kings 17:1, and compare James 5:17-18. However, before we look more closely at this remarkable man, let us suggest several classes of people to whom this series of studies will make a special appeal.
First, those who feel their sphere of service is hard. If this is you, the story of Elijah should bring great encouragement.
Second, those who feel they are lone workers. How easily such are tempted to say, as Elijah said, ““I am the only one left!”” There is encouragement here for them.
Third, those whose patience is sorely tried and who see few results. Elijah knew all about this! The story of his patience, endurance and ultimate achievement will encourage us to ‘press on’.
Fourth, those who feel there is little they can do to influence an apostate age. There was little that Elijah could do, but how much it was –- James 5:17-18! We, likewise, have been given this weapon of believing prayer.
Fifth, those who have failed (and who has not?). The story of Elijah contains one sad incident (1 Kings 19), but what help we find in it!
1 . ELIJAH WAS A MAN JUST LIKE OURSELVES
We tend to regard men like Elijah, Moses, Daniel and the other O.T. ‘‘worthies’’ as men who walked on heights inaccessible to us. But who was Elijah? James 5:17 tells us: a man with a nature just like yours and mine. A man , not an angel; a man who at one point failed badly. A great man, yes, but essentially no different from ourselves.
2 . WE ARE TOLD NOTHING ABOUT ELIJAH’’ S EARLY LIFE AND UPBRINGING
He is described as “Elijah the Tishbite, from Tishbe in Gilead”, and as his name means “God is my strength”, this may indicate that he had godly parents. We can be sure, however, that God had been preparing him all through his early years. And remember, every experience through which the Lord leads us is a preparation for the further work He has in store for us.
Waiting time is never wasted time.see you in the concluding part, where we will be dealing with the remaining peculiarities of Elijah...before then,what are your resolutions on what you just read now...God be with you
For more package,visit our blog:segoeevangelism1992.blogspot.com and also you can click on the link attached.
For support and testimony: segoeevangelism1992@gmail.com
Follow us on Facebook via;
https://mobile.facebook.com/segoeevangelism/
Motto:Charity,Holiness and power...
God bless you.
Endeavor to share...
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