Elijah And The Widow

Pastor Kevin Rutledge - 11/3/2024 10:00 AM

The story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:1-24) offers a powerful reminder of sacrificial trust, generosity, and God’s provision. When Elijah, an outsider, encounters a widow with only enough flour and oil for her final meal, she chooses to share it with him—challenging her natural instinct to prioritize her own survival. This act transforms scarcity into sustaining abundance, showing us how faith can build community across differences. Like the widow, we are invited to reflect on the power of living with a heart of compassion, prioritizing justice and support for others. Join us as we explore what it means to live with a heart that reflects God’s boundless care for all.

Scripture:

  • First Reading: Luke 21:1–4
  • Second Reading: 1 Kings 17:1-16 [17-24]
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This Week's Reading Plan

Day: Reading:
Monday Elijah Meets God: 1 Kings 19:11-18
Tuesday Elijah Ascends to Heaven: 2 Kings 2:1-12
Wednesday Elisha and the Widow’s Oil: 2 Kings 4:1-7
Thursday The Torah is Discovered: 2 Chronicles 34:1-7
Friday The Covenant Renewed: 2 Chronicles 34:29-33
Saturday The Fall of Jerusalem: 2 Chronicles 36:15-21
Sunday Jonah and the Big Fish: Jonah 1:1-17; 3:1-10

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