In my teenage years, I fell in love with a beautiful girl. We dated for many years after that, growing to be best friends. Eventually, we realized that we wanted to go our separate ways. We spent so much time together that it was challenging to adapt to being alone. I became insecure that her family and our mutual friends no longer liked me and that I was alone. It took me a long time to understand that we were not meant to be together, and our friendship was still strong.
In these verses, Elijah is fleeing from Jezebel, fearing for his life and thinking he is alone. In his moment of terror, God approaches him, asking him what he is doing. Elijah tells God he has been devoted to God and is the only believer in Israel. Similar to how I felt at my low point post-breakup, it can feel that way sometimes. Also, similar to my situation, Elijah was not abandoned. He was scared and felt alone and helpless. God reassured him that he was not alone because God was there and told him there were still 7000 true believers in Israel.
If you feel alone, like I have, like Elijah did, do not despair. Turn to the Lord, and he will reassure you. Listen to God asking you what you are doing in your moment of fear. Answer Him with prayer, and you will be comforted. He is our shepherd and will lead you where you need to go.
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