1 Kings 19:1-8

Now Ahab told Jezebel everything Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword. So Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah to say, “May the gods deal with me, be it ever so severely, if by this time tomorrow I do not make your life like that of one of them.” Elijah was afraid^[a] and ran for his life. When he came to Beersheba in Judah, he left his servant there, while he himself went a day’s journey into the wilderness. He came to a broom bush, sat down under it and prayed that he might die. “I have had enough, Lord,” he said. “Take my life; I am no better than my ancestors.” Then he lay down under the bush and fell asleep. All at once an angel touched him and said, “Get up and eat.” He looked around, and there by his head was some bread baked over hot coals, and a jar of water. He ate and drank and then lay down again. The angel of the Lord came back a second time and touched him and said, “Get up and eat, for the journey is too much for you.” So he got up and ate and drank. Strengthened by that food, he traveled forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God.

1 Kings 19:1-8

Just as God pursued Elijah in his moment of despair, He pursues us in our darkest hours. When we feel overwhelmed, God doesn’t abandon us. Instead, He provides for our needs, both physical and spiritual. Reflect on times when you’ve felt discouraged. 

How did God reveal His presence to you? Remember, even when our faith falters, God’s faithfulness remains constant. Today, rest in the knowledge that God is gently pursuing you, ready to provide rest, nourishment, and strength for the journey ahead.

Pastor Wade O’Neill