February 18 2025

ELIJAH’S JOURNEY- THE TRIALS & TRIUMPHS

I have always been fascinated by the Prophet Elijah and love studying about his life and ministry. I want to share a little about his background before I share the word that the Lord is giving me. We read in 1 Kings 17 where Elijah made his appearance, but the bible doesn’t say anything about his past. The name Elijah is of the Hebrew origin, and it’s derived from the Hebrew words “Eli” meaning “My God” and “Jah” which is a shortened form of “Yahweh” which is the name of God. So his name would mean “My God is the Lord”

One of Elijah’s first confrontations was with the wicked King Ahab, who was married to the notorious Jezebel. Elijah boldly confronted Ahab, prophesying: “As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word.” Could you imagine having the authority to bring a drought for three and a half years? (Luke 4:25) Then Lord then told Elijah to go and hide by the Brook Cherith, which flows from the river Jordan, where He would provide water from the brook, and command ravens to feed him. 

Elijah was a rugged, wilderness dwelling prophet who was bold and fearless. The bible says that he wore a hairy garment and leather belt, which reflected his wilderness lifestyle, likely crafted from animal hides he hunted and skinned himself. There is also a parallel between Elijah and John the Baptist who wore a garment made of camel’s hair and a leather belt around his waist. In Matthew 11:14 Jesus said (speaking of John the Baptist) And if you are willing to receive it, he is Elijah who is to come. 

In Luke 1:17 the angel Gabriel said to Zechariah (Speaking of John the Baptist) "And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the parents to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” 

In 1 Kings 19 On Mount Carmel, Elijah boldly challenged the prophets of Baal, calling down fire from heaven in a dramatic display of Gods power. He knew his authority as a prophet of the Lord, and in the end destroyed all the false prophets. Jezebel’s husband King Ahab told her everything that Elijah did and how Elijah had killed all the prophets of Baal with a sword. Jezebel who was a devoted supporter of Baal worship was furious and sent a messenger to Elijah saying: “May the gods deal with me, be it ever so severely, if by this time tomorrow I do not make your life like that of one of them.” He believed she would kill him since she already killed numerous prophets of the Lord.

As bold and courageous as Elijah was, he fled in fear from Jezebel’s threats and journeyed into the desert. He was exhausted and collapsed under a Juniper tree, praying for God to take his life. He fell asleep and God sent an angel to revive him. He fed him a cake baked on hot coals and water to refresh him. The angel came to him twice and encouraged him to eat, to get strength to carry on. He later joined with Elisha who followed him everywhere to serve him, be mentored by him, and inherit his anointing. 

Elijah was such a powerfully anointed prophet of God who ministered in miracles, signs and wonders and also raised the dead. So how was he intimidated by one wicked woman Jezebel? It’s because her evil influence was fueled by dark spiritual forces- demonic powers and principalities that operated through her. These same spirits, which drove her, remain active today. They not only work through false prophets, but there are spirits of Jezebel that are trying to destroy prophets and ministers today just as they did thousands of years ago. Jezebel represents a demonic principality, the spirit of control and manipulation, and also one that is trying to silence the voice of God.

The Holy Spirit is showing me that some of you had ministries where you moved in signs and wonders but you ran from that calling just as Elijah did. The Lord wants to restore you and restore your healing anointing to usher in the end time revival. 

Some of you had prophetic callings just as Elijah but you were hunted down by the enemy. You ran in fear and hid, just like Elijah did when Jezebel threatened his life. He is calling you back to release the word of the Lord to bring vision, clarity, edification and encouragement to the people. He wants to stir up that prophetic gift once again.  

For those of you who are weary, in the wilderness, or in a dry place, the Lord wants to feed you hot bread and water. The bread represents the living word, fresh revelation. Jesus is the living bread of life. The water represents the Holy Spirit. He wants to feed you to sustain you for the journey ahead.

Many of you are experiencing such vicious attacks from the enemy that you are actually asking Jesus to take your life. You are telling the Lord that the battles are too intense for you to handle and it would be so much easier to go and be with the Lord. There is a time when the warfare will increase just before your greatest victory and breakthrough, but as you remain immovable, steadfast and stand your ground, the Lord will show Himself strong on your behalf. The Lord says not to allow adverse situations to overwhelm you, but use these things as an opportunity to trust Him and strengthen yourself in His word.

The Lord is saying, that as you come out of hiding in fear and return to the promises and prophetic words that He once gave you, He will provide for you and sustain you in difficult times. He is your protection from those who rise up against you, and your advocate against every word curse that has been spoken over your life. No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue that rises up against you in judgement you shall condemn. This is your heritage and your vindication from the Lord.

2 Kings 9:33-37 speaks about the violent death of Jezebel which was prophesied by Elijah. Many of you are frightened by bad reports. Don’t be moved or shaken by what you hear. In the same way that Jezebel planned on executing Elijah, the Lord says, I will rescue you and deliver you, and My plans will be accomplished in your lives and ministries says the Lord. 

1 Kings 19:1-21

1 Kings 19:11-1