Old Testament
Elijah on Mount Carmel for Kids: Bible Story Summary & Free Printables
The story in a nutshell
Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal to see whose god would send fire from heaven. Baal never answered, but when Elijah prayed, the Lord sent fire that burned up the soaked sacrifice. The people cried out, "The LORD, he is the God."
Read it: 1 Kings 18
Memory verse1 Kings 18:39
Big ideasThere is one true God · Prayer · Courage
Elijah on Mount Carmel Puzzles
Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel in the Bible?
You can read it in 1 Kings 18.
What is the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel about?
Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal to see whose god would send fire from heaven. Baal never answered, but when Elijah prayed, the Lord sent fire that burned up the soaked sacrifice. The people cried out, "The LORD, he is the God."
What can kids learn from Elijah on Mount Carmel?
Big ideas to teach: There is one true God, Prayer, Courage.