But what saith the answer of God unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal.
But here's what God told him: 'I've kept seven thousand people for myself who never bowed down to that fake god Baal.'
Even when it feels like you're the only one standing for what's right, God has his people scattered everywhere.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of the Bible, Paul is quoting from 1 Kings 19, where the prophet Elijah is discouraged, thinking he's the only one left in Israel who hasn't worshiped the pagan god Baal. God reassures Elijah that He has kept 7,000 faithful people who have not bowed to Baal, showing that there's always a remnant of true believers. This story is used in Romans 11 to explain God's ongoing plan with Israel, emphasizing that not all have rejected Him.
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