The Widow Of Zarephath - Her Legacy In Scripture

The Widow of Zarephath - Her Legacy In Scripture

Read 1 Kings 17:7 – 24.

1. Why do you suppose the God of Israel sent the prophet of Israel to get help from a pagan widow?

2. The woman is searingly honest with Elijah in 1 Kings 17:12. What is she telling him here?

3. Why do you think she does what Elijah asks her?

4. In 1 Kings 17:17 – 18, where does she place blame for her son’s death? If her reaction surprises you in any way, tell how.

5. What do you think you’re meant to take away from this story? What does it say about God?