When you're exhausted, you may want God to change everything. But what if his first answer is simply enough strength for the next step?

In 1 Kings 19, Elijah reaches the point where he has had enough. Yet God doesn't shame him or demand that he try harder. He gives him food, water, rest and the care he needs for the journey ahead.

This 5-minute Christian devotional explores what Elijah's story can teach us about exhaustion, receiving help and recognising God's quiet care. Sometimes we want clarity about the future when what we most need is grace for today.

If you're tired, overwhelmed or wondering how you can keep going, perhaps you don't need the whole road mapped out yet. You may simply need to receive the gift God has placed beside you today.

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*Today's Scripture:* 1 Kings 19:7

What simple gift has helped you through a difficult day? Share it in the comments. Your story might encourage someone else.

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