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The Power of Prayer
Commentators emphasize that this verse is a profound demonstration of the power of prayer. As Matthew Henry notes, the child's revival showcases 'the power of prayer, and the power of Him who hears prayer.' God directly hearkened to Elijah's voice, showing that He is attentive and responsive to the cries of His people, even in the face of death itself.
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1 Kings
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Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Kings 17:22–23
19th Century
Preacher
Elijah was never a man of many words; he was a prophet mighty in deeds; he said little, but what he did spoke loudly.
John Gill
On 1 Kings 17:22
17th Century
Pastor
And the Lord heard the voice of Elijah
In prayer, and answered it:
and the soul of the child came…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 17:17–24
17th Century
Minister
Neither faith nor obedience shuts out afflictions and death. The child being dead, the mother spoke to the prophet, rather to give vent to her sorr…