(from Good Word Online):

Memory Text: Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

What are your favorite Elijah stories?

• What attracts you to these stories?
• Do Elijah’s experiences encourage or discourage you?

Would God be more inclined to perform miracles for believers or unbelievers?

• cf C. S. Lewis—unbelievers need miracles. Lack of miracles shows higher level of faith.
• Would we be more justified to pray for miracles for unbelievers than believers?

Lessons from Elijah’s life

• Time of trouble and Elijah.
• EGW says we’ll “not lack or suffer hunger. . .” EW 56.
• In spite of promises and miracles, we humans are susceptible to stress. (Cf Elijah)
• What is our best preparation for our Time of Trouble?
• Sleep, exercise, healthy diet (lesson) = good stress treatment.

Jesus’ coping mechanisms.

• Prayer
• Nature
• Friends in Bethany
• Helping others. How does helping others alleviate stress?