You Got A Friend in Me – Day 1: God's Work Keeps Going

This week we are walking through the story of Elijah and Elisha, and what it teaches us about the people God puts beside us. Today we start with the big picture.

Scripture of the Day

"The Lord said to him, 'Go back the way you came, and go to the Desert of Damascus. When you get there, anoint Hazael king over Aram. Also, anoint Jehu son of Nimshi king over Israel, and anoint Elisha son of Shaphat from Abel Meholah to succeed you as prophet.'"

1 Kings 19:15-16 (NIV)

Elijah was worn out. He told God he was the only one left and that people were trying to kill him. God did not argue with his exhaustion, but He did redirect him. The work was not finished, and it did not depend on Elijah alone. God told him to anoint his successor, and He reminded him that seven thousand in Israel had not bowed to Baal.

Notice what is true here: God keeps working in His people and in the world, even when His people and the world seem to be working against Him. Your discouragement does not stop His plan. It also means you are not carrying the mission by yourself.

Reflection Question

Where do you feel like the only one left? What would change if you trusted that God is still at work through more people than you can see?

Prayer

Lord, You keep working when I am tired and when the world pushes back. Remind me that You have people and plans I cannot see. Show me where You are sending me next. Amen.

In His grace,

The Brook Miami