JULY 19, 1 Kings 18:21-24

When the people of Israel, and all the prophets of Baal had arrived at Mt. Carmel, Elijah rebuked the people for their double- mindedness. He pointed out that they would sometimes worship the God of Israel and sometimes Baal and other gods. He described them as “halting between two opinions” (vs 21).

Elijah stood alone on the Lord’s side. He worshipped only the one true God of Israel. He challenged the people to make a decision to serve whoever they considered to be God – either the God of Israel or Baal. There was no answer.Then Elijah proposed a contest between himself and all the prophets of Baal and the other gods, to help them see who is God. Both sides would prepare a sacrifice each and the God or god who answers by sending down fire to consume the sacrifice would be God. All approved of his proposal.

What about you? Have you decided to be on the Lord’s side? Remember Jesus’ words. He says that no man can serve two masters. You cannot serve God and money, or anything money can bring.

Draw a figure to represent yourself and place it where you want to be in the picture...

Thought: There is only one true God.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, may Thou truly be the Lord of my life. Help me to understand the meaning of that word, “Lord”, for it means I have to submit to You in everything! In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.