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Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.
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A Heart Hardened by Miracles
Commentators note that Ahab recounted Elijah's mighty works—the fire from heaven and the coming of rain—to his wife. However, as Matthew Henry points out, instead of being convinced by God's power, this news only hardened Jezebel's heart and enraged her. This serves as a powerful reminder that supernatural signs do not automatically produce faith; for some, they provoke even greater opposition.
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1 Kings
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19th Century
Anglican
There is a certain grandeur of fearlessness and ruthlessness in the message of Jezebel, which marks her character throughout and places it in strik…
Baptist
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.
Jezebel was the chief …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done What miracles he had wrought, how that not only fire came down from h…
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Presbyterian
Jezebel sent Elijah a threatening message. Carnal hearts are hardened and enraged against God by what should convince and conquer them.
Grea…
