Prophet Elijah ( Who was he? ) *He Was A Powerful Prophet of Jehovah* Elijah, meaning "My God is Jehovah," was from Tishbeh, Gilead, east of the Jordan River. He was chosen by Jehovah to become a prophet during King Ahab's reign, around 940 B.C.E. - 1 Kings 17:1. Prophetic Ministry: - Announced drought and famine upon Israel due to their idolatry - 1 Kings 17:1; James 5:17. - Fed by ravens during the drought - 1 Kings 17:4-6. - Raised a widow's son from the dead in Zarephath - 1 Kings 17:8-24. -

936K views · 36K reactions | Prophet Elijah Visits a Widow at Zarephath But she said, “I swear by the LORD your God that I don’t have a single piece of bread in the house⛺️. And I have only a handful of flour left in the jar⚱️and a little cooking oil in the bottom of the jug. I was just gathering a few sticks to cook this last meal, and then my son and I will die.” 1Kings 17:12 | BIBLE Stories Videos | Facebook

In 1 Kings 14, Jeroboam leads Israel into idolatry, and because of his rebellion, God declares that his dynasty will be wiped out. Meanwhile, in Judah, Rehoboam isn’t much better. The nation turns to corruption and false gods, and God allows Egypt to plunder the temple treasures. In 1 Kings 15–16, we see a parade of wicked kings. Baasha murders Jeroboam’s family, but then turns from God himself. Zimri reigns for only seven days before setting the palace on fire and dying in the flames! Then come