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She went and did according to the saying of Elijah: and she, and he, and her house, ate [many] days.
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An Act of Radical Faith
Commentators emphasize that the widow's obedience was a profound act of faith. By making a cake for Elijah first from her last bit of food, she demonstrated radical trust in God's promise. Matthew Henry notes that her willingness to give God "his part first" is a model for all believers, showing that those who venture on God's word will not lose by it.
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19th Century
Anglican
The barrel of meal wasted not. —The miracle is doubly remarkable:
Baptist
And she, and he, and her house, did eat many days. And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And she went, and did according to the saying of Elijah Made a cake for him first, and brought it to him, which showed gr…
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Presbyterian
Many widows were in Israel in the days of Elijah, and some, it is likely, would have welcomed him to their houses; yet he is sent to honour and ble…
