Standing Alone With God

"Elijah went before the people and said, “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him; but if Baal is God, follow him.” But the people said nothing. Then Elijah said to them, “I am the only one of the Lord’s prophets left, but Baal has four hundred and fifty prophets.'"  
1 Kings 18:21-22 (NIV) 

Have you ever been the only one in a room willing to speak an uncomfortable truth?  

 At a dinner party recently, I watched as the conversation turned to a controversial topic. One person quietly but firmly stood for biblical truth while everyone else remained silent or disagreed. Later, she told me she was terrified but couldn't stay quiet. 

n Elijah's showdown with the prophets of Baal, he found himself in the ultimate "outnumbered" scenario: 450 false prophets against one man of God. Imagine the courage it took to say, "How long will you waver between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him; but if Baal is God, follow him" (1 Kings 18:21). 

Our culture would have told Elijah to be more inclusive, to find common ground, and to avoid appearing judgmental. Instead, he drew a line in the sand. When you stand with God, you're never truly standing alone, even when you appear to be. 

What false gods compete for your allegiance today? Maybe it's approval, financial security, or comfort. The world tells you to play it safe and keep your faith private. But the God life beckons you into something greater and bolder.  

In your interactions today, consider this question: Will I take the safe route that earns the people’s approval, or will I stand with God–even if I stand alone? 

When you commit fully to the Lord, you discover what Elijah learned on Mount Carmel–one person with God is a majority. Your willingness to stand firm might be the catalyst that brings others to recognize the one true God.  

Prayer: Lord, I praise You for being the one, true God! You Lord of the heavens and the earth. Let me stand firmly on your side with the courage of Elijah. When I feel outnumbered or afraid, remind me that with You, I am never truly standing alone. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.