Topical Bible: Miracles: Catalogue of Is Fed by an Angel

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The Bible records numerous instances where divine intervention is manifested through the provision of sustenance by angelic beings. These miraculous events underscore God's providence and care for His people, often occurring in times of dire need or spiritual significance. Below are key biblical accounts where individuals are fed by angels:

1. Elijah in the Wilderness (1 Kings 19:4-8):
The prophet Elijah, after a victorious confrontation with the prophets of Baal, flees from Queen Jezebel's wrath. Exhausted and despondent, he journeys into the wilderness, where he prays for death under a broom tree. In this moment of despair, an angel of the Lord appears to him, providing sustenance. The angel touches Elijah and instructs him, "Get up and eat." Elijah finds a cake of bread baked over hot coals and a jar of water. After eating and drinking, he lies down again. The angel returns a second time, urging him to eat, for the journey ahead is too much for him. Strengthened by this divine provision, Elijah travels forty days and forty nights to Horeb, the mountain of God.

2. Hagar and Ishmael in the Desert (Genesis 21:14-19):
Hagar, the Egyptian maidservant of Sarah, and her son Ishmael are sent away by Abraham into the desert of Beersheba. When their water supply is exhausted, Hagar places Ishmael under a shrub and distances herself, unable to witness his suffering. In her distress, God hears the boy's cries, and an angel of God calls to Hagar from heaven, reassuring her of God's promise to make Ishmael a great nation. God opens her eyes, and she sees a well of water, providing life-saving sustenance for both her and her son.

3. Jesus in the Wilderness (Matthew 4:11; Mark 1:13):
After fasting for forty days and nights in the wilderness, Jesus is tempted by the devil. Following His victory over temptation, angels come and minister to Him. While the specific details of their ministry are not elaborated upon, it is understood that they provide the necessary sustenance and care to restore Jesus physically after His prolonged fast and spiritual battle.

These accounts highlight the role of angels as messengers and ministers of God's provision. In each instance, the intervention occurs at a critical moment, emphasizing God's awareness of human needs and His willingness to provide through supernatural means. The presence of angels in these narratives serves as a testament to God's sovereignty and His intimate involvement in the lives of His people.

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1 Kings 19:1-8
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and with how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.
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On the Interpretation of Scripture
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The Iranian Conquest
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