Day 54: Me First

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And Elijah said to her, "Do not fear; go and do as you have said, but make me a small cake from it first, and bring it to me; and afterward make some for yourself and your son. For thus says the Lord God of Israel: 'The bin of flour shall not be used up, nor shall the jar of oil run dry, until the day the Lord sends rain on the earth.'" So she went away and did according to the word of Elijah; and she and he and her household ate for many days. 1 Kings 17:13-15

Elijah asked this woman to take what little was left (she only had enough for one small cake for she and her son...then she knew they would starve to death) and feed him. God had spoken to Elijah so he was not being selfish. She was obedient to God because the scripture reads that God had commanded the widow to feed Elijah.

Why would God choose this poor widow and make her step into such a tough situation? Only he knows. What we do know is that she was blessed with continue flour and oil...also the resurrection of her son. Her faith demonstrated her trust and obedience. She first gave and then the Lord blessed. Had she not been obedient...?

Father,
Right now we are being obedient. We are trying to hold on and be good stewards. We are trying to manage your resources. Help us to continue in the face of adversity to honor you and do what you would have us to do.

Yesterday was a tough day. Today I read scriptures like this and know that you are about the final spiritual outcome. God, we offer to you what we have. It is yours and as much as it hurts we will continue to move towards your desire for us.

As Kroll wrote: Actions are based on priorities and priorities are based on faith.

May we have the faith to put you first.

Amen