1 Kings 17:10

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

When Elijah came near the town gate of Zarephath, he saw a widow gathering sticks for a fire. “Would you please bring me a cup of water?” he asked.

Cross References

Genesis 21:15

and after they had run out of water, Hagar put her son under a bush.

Genesis 24:17

Abraham's servant ran to her and said, “Please let me have a drink of water.”

1 Kings 17:11

As she left to get it, he asked, “Would you also please bring me a piece of bread?”

2 Corinthians 11:27

I have worked and struggled and spent many sleepless nights. I have gone hungry and thirsty and often had nothing to eat. I have been cold from not having enough clothes to keep me warm.

Hebrews 11:37

Still others were stoned to death or sawn in two or killed with swords. Some had nothing but sheep skins or goat skins to wear. They were poor, ill-treated, and tortured.