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So he went and did according to the word of Yahweh; for he went and lived by the brook Cherith, that is before the Jordan.
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The Glory of Simple Obedience
Commentators emphasize that Elijah's greatness is demonstrated by his immediate and unquestioning obedience. Charles Spurgeon highlights that Elijah acted with simple, childlike faith, going to the brook just as he had heroically stood before the king. This shows that true faith is expressed in both bold public acts and quiet, private obedience to God's word.
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19th Century
Baptist
So he went and did according unto the word of the LORD: for he went and dwelt by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan.
It is th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
So he went, and did according to the word of the Lord
Took his journey eastward, and hid himself in the place dire…
Presbyterian
God wonderfully equips people for the work He designs them for. The times were suited for an Elijah; an Elijah was suited for them. The Spirit of t…
