5 pairs
In 1 Kings 18:21, Elijah challenges the people to choose whom they will serve, echoing Joshua's challenge in Joshua 24:15 to choose whom they will serve, whether the gods of their ancestors or the LORD.
Thematic focusChoice, Allegiance to God.
1 Kings 18:24 describes Elijah's challenge to the prophets of Baal, calling on God to answer by fire. James 5:17-18 references Elijah's fervent prayer and God's response, highlighting the power of prayer.
Thematic focusPrayer, God's Power.
1 Kings 18:38 describes the fire of the LORD consuming the sacrifice, similar to Leviticus 9:24 where fire from the LORD consumes the offering, signifying divine approval.
Thematic focusDivine Approval, God's Presence.
In 1 Kings 18:39, the people acknowledge the LORD as God, aligning with the first commandment in Exodus 20:3 to have no other gods before Him.
Thematic focusMonotheism, Worship.
1 Kings 18:46 describes the hand of the LORD on Elijah, enabling him to run ahead of Ahab. Similarly, in 2 Kings 3:15, the hand of the LORD comes upon Elisha, empowering him to prophesy.
Thematic focusDivine Empowerment, Prophetic Ministry.