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A Model for Prayer
Commentators contrast Elijah's prayer with the frantic rituals of Baal's prophets. His prayer was not long or showy but short, direct, and filled with faith. Scholars describe it as a powerful example of an "effectual, fervent prayer" that is focused on God's glory and the good of others, not personal recognition.
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1 Kings
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 18:37
18th Century
Theologian
That thou hast turned their heart — The hearts of the people were turning. Elijah speaks of them as already turned, anticipating th…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Kings 18:32–37
19th Century
Preacher
There was the prayer. How different altogether from this repetition of words – this leaping – this cutting with knives. He states his wish; he plea…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 18:37
17th Century
Pastor
Hear me, O Lord, hear me ;
&c.] Which repetition is made to express his importunity, and the vehement earnest desire…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 18:21–40
17th Century
Minister
Many of the people wavered in their judgment and varied in their practice. Elijah called upon them to determine whether Jehovah or Baal was the sel…