A prophet named Elijah, from Tishbe in Gilead, said to King Ahab, "In the name of the LORD, the living God of Israel, whom I serve, I tell you that there will be no dew or rain for the next two or three years until I say so."

"Leave this place and go east and hide yourself near Cherith Brook, east of the Jordan.

Elijah obeyed the LORD's command, and went and stayed by Cherith Brook.

Who is it that feeds the ravens when they wander about hungry, when their young cry to me for food?

All living things look hopefully to you, and you give them food when they need it.

You give them enough and satisfy the needs of all.

He gives animals their food and feeds the young ravens when they call.

This made the king very sad, but he could not refuse her because of the vows he had made in front of all his guests.

Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth much more than many sparrows!

(For the pagans of this world are always concerned about all these things.) Your Father knows that you need these things.

"Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the Kingdom.

They don't turn to God, who makes us wise, wiser than any animal or bird.

So do not be afraid; you are worth much more than many sparrows!