Lecture on the Life and Miracles of Elia the Prophet

Introduction

• Elia the Prophet was sent by Yahuwah during a dark spiritual period in Yasharal's history.
• Known for faithfulness, strength, and obedience, Elia delivered Yahuwah's messages to a rebellious nation.
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Context and Initial Message

• Yasharal turned away from Yahuwah, worshiping Baal under King Ahab and Queen Jezebel.
• Yahuwah sent Elia to declare a severe drought to remind Yasharal of His power.
• Elia proclaimed: "There shall be no dew nor rain these years, but according to my word."

Elia's Provision During the Drought

• Yahuwah instructed Elia to hide by the Brook Cherith and be fed by ravens.
• Elia obeyed, and the ravens brought him food until the brook dried up.

Encounter with the Widow in Zarephath

• Elia was led to a widow with little resources.
• Despite having only a handful of meal and a little oil, the widow obeyed Elia's request.
• Flour and oil miraculously sustained the widow and her son.
• When her son fell ill and died, Elia prayed, and Yahuwah restored the child's life.

Confrontation with Ahab and the Prophets of Baal

• After three years, Elia confronted King Ahab and proposed a challenge on Mount Carmel.
• The prophets of Baal failed to receive an answer from their god.
• Elia rebuilt Yahuwah's altar, soaked the sacrifice in water, and called upon Yahuwah.
• Fire from heaven consumed everything, proving Yahuwah's supremacy.
• The people acknowledged Yahuwah as Elohim.
• Elia prayed for rain, ending the three-year drought.

Elia's Flight to Horeb

• Fleeing Jezebel’s threats, Elia found refuge in the wilderness, discouraged.
• An angel provided food sustaining him for 40 days to Mount Horeb.
• Yahuwah revealed Himself in a still small voice, not in grand signs.

Call of Elisha

• Elia was instructed to anoint Elisha as his successor.
• Elisha left his past life to follow Elia and continue Yahuwah's work.

Prophecy Against Ahab and Ahaziah

• Elia delivered judgment against Ahab and Jezebel for their evil, foretelling Jezebel’s end.
• Ahaziah sought answers from Baal-zebub, rejected Yahuwah, and was rebuked by Elia.
• Ahaziah died as prophesied by Elia.

Elia’s Departure and Elisha’s Inheritance

• Elisha remained loyal, accompanying Elia to various places.
• At the Jordan River, Elia parted the waters for them to cross.
• Elia was taken up by a chariot of fire; Elisha received a double portion of Elia's spirit.

Conclusion

• Through Elia, Yahuwah demonstrated power, justice, provision, and faithfulness.
• Elia's life inspires obedience and trust in Yahuwah.
• Encouragement to seek Yahuwah with all one's heart.
• Closing blessings and thanks to the audience.