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1 Kings 18:26 · KJV

"And they took the bullock which was given them, and they dressed it, and called on the name of Baal from morning even until noon, saying, O Baal, hear us. But there was no voice, nor any that answered. And they leaped upon the altar which was made."

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Passage Context

24And call ye on the name of your gods, and I will call on the name of the LORD: and the God that answereth by fire, let him be God. And all the people answered and said, It is well spoken.
25And Elijah said unto the prophets of Baal, Choose you one bullock for yourselves, and dress it first; for ye are many; and call on the name of your gods, but put no fire under.
26And they took the bullock which was given them, and they dressed it, and called on the name of Baal from morning even until noon, saying, O Baal, hear us. But there was no voice, nor any that answered. And they leaped upon the altar which was made.
27And it came to pass at noon, that Elijah mocked them, and said, Cry aloud: for he is a god; either he is talking, or he is pursuing, or he is in a journey, or peradventure he sleepeth, and must be awaked.
28And they cried aloud, and cut themselves after their manner with knives and lancets, till the blood gushed out upon them.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond when your prayers seem unanswered?

2

What does it teach you about the nature of false idols in your life?

3

When have you witnessed a struggle between faith and doubt?

Life Application

idolatry

Identify modern-day idols that distract you from God. Make a conscious effort to prioritize your relationship with Him.

Places in This Verse

Mount Carmel(Mount Carmel, Israel today)

A mountain range in northern Israel, known for its biblical significance, particularly in the contest between Elijah and the prophets of Baal.

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