The Life of Elijah – Contra Mundum
Elijah was a remarkable prophet who stood contra mundum – “against the world.” His story begins at 1 Kings 17. To follow David’s written commentary on these Bible passages, start here.
- 1. Standing Before God, Against Kings – 1 Kings 16:29-17-1
- 2. The Prophet by the Brook – 1 Kings 17:2-7
- 3. Where No One Expected – 1 Kings 17:8-16
- 4. Life from Death – 1 Kings 17:17-24
- 5. What Brings Trouble – 1 Kings 18:1-19
- 6. How Long? 1 Kings 18:17-24
- 7. The God of Fire – 1 Kings 18:25-40
- 8. Downpour – 1 Kings 18:41-46
- 9. The Depressed Prophet – 1 Kings 19:1-8
- 10. How God Speaks – 1 Kings 19:9-18
- 11. The Apprentice Prophet – 1 Kings 19:19-21
- 12. Speaking Truth to Power – 1 Kings 21:17-29
- 13. Bad News for a Bad King – 2 Kings 1
- 14. The Ascension of Elijah – 2 Kings 2:1-11
- 15. Passing the Torch – 2 Kings 2:11-18