Young Adults Discussion Sheet
Summer Days of Elijah
1 Kings 17
- The setup to the story of Elijah is found in ch 16:29ff… what does this have to do with the arrival of Elijah and his ministry?
- The first thing we see Elijah do is declare that there will be no rain. Why was this a big deal? What do you think this moment was like for Elijah?
- God calls Elijah to go 'hide out' near a stream in Kerith where he has a slightly strange diet. What can we learn from this?
The phrase "Where God leads, God feeds" comes from this story. What does this mean?
- In v. 7, the brook (that was Elijah's source of survival) dries up. This may have brought up some questions in Elijah's head….
- How does God provide for Elijah? Why do you think He chose to use a widow?
- The widow's son dies and she blames Elijah. Why do you think that she thought it was his fault?
- Is there anything in the way Elijah brings the son back to life that sticks out to you?
For next time…. 1 Kings 18… Calling Down Fire from Heaven
