JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2001 Question 22

Question 22

The Supremacy of God

"It is enough; now, O LORD, take away my life, for I am no better than my fathers."
The prayer above was said by Elijah when he

  1. A.ran out of food
  2. B.was threatened by Jezebel
  3. C.learnt that Ahab was looking for him
  4. D.had no water to drink at the Brook Cherith.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (was threatened by Jezebel)

Explanation

After Mount Carmel, Jezebel swore to kill Elijah. He fled to the wilderness, sat under a broom tree and asked God to take his life (1 Kings 19:2-4).