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1 Kings 17:16 · KJV

"And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the LORD, which he spake by Elijah."

King James Version

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Passage Context

14For thus saith the LORD God of Israel, The barrel of meal shall not waste, neither shall the cruse of oil fail, until the day that the LORD sendeth rain upon the earth.
15And she went and did according to the saying of Elijah: and she, and he, and her house, did eat many days.
16And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the LORD, which he spake by Elijah.
17And it came to pass after these things, that the son of the woman, the mistress of the house, fell sick; and his sickness was so sore, that there was no breath left in him.
18And she said unto Elijah, What have I to do with thee, O thou man of God? art thou come unto me to call my sin to remembrance, and to slay my son?

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you recognize God's faithfulness in your life?

2

What does it mean to trust God's promises?

3

When have you seen God work in ways you didn't expect?

Life Application

trust

Trusting in God's promises can provide peace during uncertainty. Reflect on His faithfulness in your life.

gratitude

Cultivate a heart of gratitude by regularly acknowledging God's provisions and blessings.

Places in This Verse

Zarephath

A coastal city in ancient Phoenicia, known for its trade and as the location of Elijah's miraculous encounter with a widow.

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