Yet – never – in Extremity
Rev. Benjamin Wines
1 Kings 19:1-10
Call to Worship Psalm 62:5-12
Leader: For God alone my soul waits in silence,
People: For my hope is from him.
Leader: He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress;
People: I shall not be shaken.
Leader: On God rests my deliverance and my honor;
People: My mighty rock, my refuge is in God.
Leader: Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him;
People: God is a refuge for us.
Leader: Those of low estate are but a breath, those of high estate are a delusion;
People: In the balances they go up; they are together lighter than a breath.
Leader: Put no confidence in extortion, and set no vain hopes on robbery;
People: If riches increase, do not set your heart on them.
Leader: Once God has spoken; twice have I heard this;
People: That power belongs to God,
Leader: And steadfast love belongs to you, O Lord.
People: For you repay to all according to their work.
Questions for Further Reflection:
In this story, Elijah’s emotions are all over the place.
How does God approach Elijah?
How can that give us hope in the face of uncertain times?