DATE: November 2nd
KEY SCRIPTURES: 1 Kings 17:7-16 - The Widow of Zarephath
MAIN IDEA: Faith opens our hands, even when resources are few.
- This story unfolds during a time of drought and famine.
- Elijah, God’s prophet, is sent to a Gentile widow in Zarephath, which is an unlikely place and person for God’s provision.
- The widow’s jar of flour and jug of oil symbolize utter scarcity.
- Yet, God calls her to give first, trusting in His word. Her act of obedience transforms scarcity into abundance – or more specifically, sufficiency.
- This narrative teaches that God’s provision often follows faith-filled generosity. When we give in faith, we participate in the miracle of God’s ongoing provision.
- Jesus is the great provider for us today – Jesus does not just ask us to open our hands; He first opens His, showing that He is trustworthy with our daily bread and our entire lives.
- Open hands are an important part of Living for More
