Our Expectations Do Not Always Harmonize With God’s Control
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, as we gather to discuss Your Word and the lessons from Elijah's life, we ask that You open our hearts and minds to what You want to teach us today. Help us to recognize the difference between our expectations and Your perfect control. May we be honest with ourselves about where we might be placing our trust in our own plans rather than in Your sovereignty. Guide our conversation, deepen our understanding, and draw us closer to You through this time together. In Jesus' name, amen.
Key Verses
1 Kings 18:36-39
1 Kings 19:11-13
John 14:26-27
Key Takeaways
If you are a believer in Jesus Christ, you are never alone, even when circumstances make you feel isolated.
God has placed you exactly where He wants you to be, and there is always a purpose behind it, even when it's not immediately apparent.
God always answers His children's prayers, though not always in the way we expect or demand.
Sometimes God speaks most clearly not through dramatic displays of power but through a gentle whisper.
Our expectations of how God should work often don't align with His sovereign control, but His plans are always better than ours.
Ending Prayer
Lord God, thank You for reminding us that You are the sovereign King who never leaves us alone. Forgive us for the times we've allowed our expectations to overshadow our trust in Your perfect control. Help us to hear Your voice, even when it comes as a gentle whisper rather than the dramatic display we might prefer. Give us the courage to remain faithful where You've placed us, trusting that You have a purpose even when we can't see it. Thank You that You always answer our prayers according to Your perfect wisdom. May we leave this discussion with renewed confidence in Your presence and purpose for our lives. In Jesus' name, amen.