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How should we live and minister in a culture that is increasingly opposed to Biblical principles? How should we respond when we feel anxious, outnumbered, defeated and alone? Well, look no further than the example of the grizzled, bold and eccentric Old Testament prophet Elijah, who faced down tyrants, prayed down rain, sparked a national revival and went up in a whirlwind (to name a few exploits). Here are five lessons from his life:
Outline:
- Listen in Silence
- Trust in Uncertainty
- Disciple a Sidekick
- Stand with Confidence
- Graduate in Style
Key Takeaways:
- “You don’t decide your future; you decide your habits, and your habits decide your future.” -Dr. Mike Murdock
- We often think of faithfulness as being stationary and fixed. But that is not the message of the parable of the talents. Faithfulness is not a position. Rather, faithfulness is a direction, and that direction is forward.
- A well-lived Christian life is measured in the number of followers–but not Instagram or TikTok followers following you. Rather, a well-lived Christian live is measured by real-life followers following Jesus with you. Who are you pouring into?
- Thoughts on the odd odds at Mt. Carmel and an application to Pride Month.
- The connection between Elijah and Santa Claus.
- Elijah’s very names became synonymous with the power and presence of God, and his disciple immediately summoned that memory in pursuit of ministry (2 Kings 2: 11-13, 14).
- The example of Eric Liddell from Chariots of Fire fame and his remarkable story of “Graduating in Style.”