It can be easy to be unkind behind closed doors… or behind a computer screen or smartphone. God says His followers will be kind, though. Are you? Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Xle4GU6-oak
Sunday: Elijah—Praying in Crisis
Daily Lesson for Sunday 10th of May 2026
Faithful Elijah lived in evil times, with King Ahab doing more “to provoke the Lord God of Israel to anger than all the kings of Israel who were before him” (1 Kings 16:33, NKJV). By far the most dramatic moments in Elijah’s life came with the confrontation at Mount Carmel (see 1 Kings 18:1-46). At the climax of this incredible story, Ahab and his kingdom saw with their own eyes the truth that God answers prayer. This was an unforgettable moment in Israel’s history and is why the sudden change of events in this story catches us by surprise.
Read 1 Kings 19:1-18, specifically noting Elijah’s prayers and God’s interaction with him. What is at the heart of Elijah’s dejection here? How is God’s response different from what happened at Mount Carmel?
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Throughout the course of one day, although God answered every one of Elijah’s prayers, the prophet’s emotional, mental, and physical state soon shifted. Although Elijah had experienced a great victory with God that day, he had, in a moment of weariness, allowed the fear of death to overcome his faith in God. What is so striking about this story is that, although Elijah gave in to despondency and discouragement, God came to him in tenderness and care, providing food and water again (1 Kings 19:5-6)—so much so that he lasted for 40 days and 40 nights (1 Kings 19:8). And when God finally revealed Himself, it was in a very different manner than He had before.
Sometimes in our lives, God answers in very direct, powerful, and undeniable ways. This strengthens our faith, and we feel the closeness of God in our lives.
Other times we waver and give in to temptation, thinking that it’s too hard to follow God with unswerving faith. We look for God’s answers in ways we expect Him to respond, not realizing that His thoughts and ways are far higher and wiser than our own (Isaiah 55:8-9). Just as there is much about God’s creation that we don’t understand, we shouldn’t be surprised that there is much about God’s ways that we don’t understand either.
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God, our good and kind Father, knows exactly what you need. How can you be still enough to trust Him and keep your eyes steadfast on Him through it all? Talk to Him about this now. |
EDITORIAL: What Kind of God Do We Actually Believe In?
This week I found myself reading the article that Spectrum magazine posted about the beautiful life and legacy of my predecessor, Pastor Leif Lind. I was inspired to read about his ministry, which I’ve heard so much about: his Christ-like character, which I’ve had the privilege of experiencing firsthand, and the legacy that he left […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-what-kind-of-god-do-we-actually-believe-in/
God First: Your Daily Prayer Meeting #1361
Bible verse of the day: “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting! This is a safe space where you are seen, heard, and prayed for. Start your day in God's presence—every day at 8AM ET, we share a short devotional from God's Word and lift your prayer requests to Him. You're not alone! Our prayer team is here to intercede with you and for you. Whether you need prayer, celebrate a breakthrough, or start your day with Jesus, you're in the right place. Share your prayer requests or testimonies of praise here: https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ
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Il senso di colpa può bloccare, ma Gesù guarda al cuore.
📖 «Figlio, i tuoi peccati ti sono perdonati» (Marco 2:5)
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