#Bible study about elijah series#

They had spent ten years together, and this last day is tearing both of them apart. He probably wanted to encourage them one last time.Įven more so, notice the friendship bond that Elijah and Elisha share. Micaiah) to learn the scriptures, and provide spiritual leadership for Israel in the midst of Ahab and Ahaziah's apostasy. “sons”) being developed by Elijah and other prophets (e.g. Notice the priority he places on visiting different “groups of prophets” (2:3,5,7). As this passage traces Elijah's final journey through Gilgal, Bethel and Jericho, it becomes clear that Elijah has invested long and deeply in the lives of certain individuals so that they may play their roles in God’s service after Elijah is gone. Yes, the dramatic events were a key part of his role-but he had another role that, although not dramatic, was just as important.

We learn from this narrative that Elijah’s role in God’s service was not exclusively dramatic. Investing in other’s spiritual development It is a poignant narrative, and it contains an important lesson for us-read 2:1-6. Now let’s fast-forward about 10 years to 2Kings2, which records Elijah's last day on earth. This is why one of the things God told Elijah to do after this was to anoint Elisha as his successor (see Map read 1 Kings 19:16,19-21). God had other people through whom he would work to accomplish his plan. If you were here, you know that one of the reasons that Elijah became so depressed is because he had a “Messiah complex.” He thought he was alone and indispensable, but God showed him he was wrong. It begins with a dramatic confrontation of King Ahab (explain), it quickly escalates to a dramatic climax with the prophets of Baal (explain), which is followed by a dramatic spiritual depression (explain)-and it ends with a super-dramatic departure.īut before we read about Elijah’s departure, let's turn to where we left off last week-1Kings 19. Almost everything we know about Elijah’s career is dramatic.

#Bible study about elijah series#

Learn more about becoming a member here.This morning we will conclude our series on Elijah, the most dramatic of the Old Testament prophets. This worksheet is one of the dozens of Bible biography worksheets available to members of The Religion Teacher. It includes three questions to help your student reflect on their own lives as it relates to the life and message of Elijah. Passing the Torch Bible Craft (Ministry-to-Children)Įlijah and the Chariot of Fire Spinner Craft (Children’s Bible Lessons)Įlijah and the Whirlwind Lesson (Mission Bible Class)Įlijah and Elisha Lesson (Teach Us the Bible)Įlijah and Elisha Games and Coloring Pages (BibleWise Kids’ Korner)Įlijah and Elisha Resources (Sermons 4 Kids) The Life of the Prophet Elijah Worksheetĭownload this biography worksheet about the life and work of the Prophet Elijah.

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