1Ki 18:22-24 | MHM | STEP | v. 22-24 : Elijah proposes a public test to prove which is the true God. He alone will represent the LORD, while 450 prophets represent Baal. Each side will prepare a sacrifice, but will not light the fire. The true God will be the one who answers by sending fire from heaven. Elijah's courage is remarkable, as he stands alone against so many. He does not ask for fire because the land needs rain, but because a sacrifice must be accepted before God can send rain (Leviticus 9:24 ). The people agree that this is a fair test and are eager to see the result (1 Kings 18:22-24 ).

‏ 1 Kings 18:22-24

v. 22-24: Elijah proposes a public test to prove which is the true God. He alone will represent the LORD, while 450 prophets represent Baal. Each side will prepare a sacrifice, but will not light the fire. The true God will be the one who answers by sending fire from heaven. Elijah's courage is remarkable, as he stands alone against so many. He does not ask for fire because the land needs rain, but because a sacrifice must be accepted before God can send rain (Leviticus 9:24 ^a). The people agree that this is a fair test and are eager to see the result (1 Kings 18:22-24 ^b).

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