1 Kings 19:6 Β· KJV
"And he looked, and, behold, there was a cake baken on the coals, and a cruse of water at his head. And he did eat and drink, and laid him down again."
King James Version
What does 1 Kings 19:6 mean? βPassage Context
4But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a juniper tree: and he requested for himself that he might die; and said, It is enough; now, O LORD, take away my life; for I am not better than my fathers.
5And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat.
6And he looked, and, behold, there was a cake baken on the coals, and a cruse of water at his head. And he did eat and drink, and laid him down again.
7And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee.
8And he arose, and did eat and drink, and went in the strength of that meat forty days and forty nights unto Horeb the mount of God.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you recognize God's provision in your life?
2
What does it mean for you to trust God for your needs?
3
When have you experienced unexpected support during a tough time?
Life Application
faith
Trust that God will provide for you in your times of need, just as He did for Elijah.
gratitude
Take time to acknowledge and thank God for the provisions you have in your life.
People in This Verse
ElijahBoth
A prophet known for his fervent prayers and miracles, Elijah confronted idolatry in Israel and was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind.
First appearance: 1 Kings 17:1
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