Matters of Life and Death Elijah or Obadiah: Should our Christian witness be prophetic, incarnational or both?
Sep 24, 2025
In a world where faith can feel under siege, Christians grapple with whether to remain prophetic outsiders or engage as incarnational insiders. The discussion dives into the contrasting roles of Elijah and Obadiah, illustrating two distinct approaches to witness. Personal anecdotes explore the ethical dilemmas of faith in medical fields, especially around sensitive topics like abortion. Ultimately, the conversation encourages respect for different callings, blending both prophetic and incarnational approaches for a holistic Christian response.
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Two Legitimate Modes Of Christian Witness
- Christians face a persistent tension between prophetic separation and incarnational engagement in many public issues like abortion and climate change.
- John Wyatt frames this as two legitimate callings that require mutual recognition and different risks.
Elijah Meets Obadiah In The Desert
- 1 Kings 18 records Elijah the prophetic outsider meeting Obadiah the influential insider during Ahab's reign.
- Obadiah had secretly hidden and fed a hundred prophets while serving in the royal household.
Different Gifts, Same Faithfulness
- The text implies both Elijah and Obadiah acted faithfully in different ways and recognized each other's roles.
- Obadiah could practically protect lives from within the system while Elijah called for radical reform from outside.
