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Elijah and the Fire from Heaven
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Elijah and the Fire from Heaven

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Story summary

The prophet Elijah challenged the prophets who did not follow God: the God who answered with fire would be the true God. The prophets of Baal cried out for nothing. Elijah prayed with faith, and fire fell from heaven, burning up the sacrifice, the wood, the stones, and even the water. Everyone recognized that the Lord is the true God.

Where it is in the Bible: 1 Kings 18

Lesson for kids

God hears prayers made with faith and shows his power.

Questions to talk about as a family

After reading, use these questions to help your child remember and apply the story.

  1. What was Elijah’s challenge?
  2. What did the fire from heaven burn up?
  3. What did the people say after the miracle?

The full story: Elijah and the Fire from Heaven

The prophet Elijah challenged the prophets who didn't follow God. He said, "The God who answers with fire, that is the true God!"

Elijah prayed with great faith, and suddenly, WHOOSH! Fire fell from heaven and showed everyone that only the Lord is the true God!

"Then the fire of the Lord fell and burned up the sacrifice." — 1 Kings 18:38