Elijah

Major events in Elijah’s life

Elijah’s impact

  • Elijah is mentioned during a relatively small part of the Old Testament, but he had a great impact, even in the New Testament.
  • Luke 1:17 – See I Kings 18:39.
  • Luke 4:25-26 – Reference to Elijah being sent to the widow in Sidon. God preserved her.
  • James 5:17 – Elijah mentioned in reference to the power of prayer.
  • Romans 11:4-5 – A remnant of faithful people remains. Compare I Kings 19:14-18.
  • Matthew 11:7-14 – When Jesus talks about John the Baptist, we learn more about the determination of Elijah as well.
    • Elijah was strong-willed in his determination to God. He demanded repentance and a return to God. He knew who should be punished for evil.
  • What kind of lasting impact do we have on people? Is it for the better or worse?

Elijah encounters God