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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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Elijah, The Prophet Elijah was a prophet, When Ahab was the king. God sent him to tell Ahab, That He was going to bring A drought, because of evil That flourished in the land And there would be no rain or dew, Except at God's command. Then God hid Elijah, Beside a brook where he Was waited on by ravens And every day he'd see Them flying in the morning And in the evening too, Bringing him some bread and meat, As God asked them to do. After while, Elijah went, To a widow and her son. Who shared their home and food, Until the drought was done. While he tarried there she found, Her meal and oil did not run out. She cooked as much as needed, With plenty still about! The son fell ill.The mother Was filled with fear and she Requested of Elijah, A miracle, so he Beseeched the Lord to shower His blessings on the boy. God answered and He saved him, Which filled their hearts with joy! There's much more to Elijah Than I have written here, So open up your Bible. The rest will soon appear! 1 Kings:Chapter 17 Betty Lou Hebert [This message has been edited by Trillium (08-30-2002 07:26 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) Oh Betty, this is sooooooo wonderfully powerful and true, sweet friend, I recall Elijah's pilgrimages and am admired so much by his courage and how we hung on to fight the drought and bring purification and rain to clear the evil away! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, your words always spark with Truth and love, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Noah: How nice to hear from you tonight! I'm so glad you like this and thanks for your wonderful comments. Betty Lou Hebert |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Betty; Thank you for this lovely poetic verse of the story of Elijah...one of my favorites! Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
ellie: Thanks for commenting. Elijah's life was so fruitful and I would have liked to include more of it, but the poem was already long as it stands. Glad you liked it. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Thabnk you Betty for reminding us of the wondrous happenings in the Old Testament. Joyce |
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Dulcinea Senior Member
since 2001-07-22
Posts 774IN |
Elijah was a prophet, When Ahab was the king. God sent him to tell Ahab, That He was going to bring A drought, because of evil That flourished in the land And there would be no rain or dew, Except at God's command. We need more prophets like Elijah, especially in these days. Thank you for the revelation! Very well written Trillium! Excellent piece! God Bless!  |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thanks for your comments. I keep returning to some of the stories in the Old Testament, that are my favorites. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dulcinea: I appreciate your comments and it would be wonderful to have prophets like Elijah today. I often wonder why we don't? Betty Lou Hebert |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Betty ~~ Thank you for the reminder of Elijah today. It is a good story of sharing and faith and one that needs to be refreshed often. The Old Testament is filled with such wisdom and knowledge that is desperately needed in our world today. Hugs, Marti |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Marti: Thanks for your nice comments and glad you enjoyed the poem. You are so right about the world needing Elijah's wisdom today. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Annette Kimmel Junior Member
since 2002-08-03
Posts 31 |
This is so beautiful and a great reminder to us all that Elijah was indeed steadfast in faith and love for our heavenly Father. Amen to this Betty A wonderful poem!Annette |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Annette: Thank you so much for your nice comments. I'm so glad you enjoyed the poem. Betty Lou Hebert |
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