1 Kings 21:26-28

New International Reader's Version

²⁶ He acted in the most evil way. He worshiped statues of gods. He was like the Amorites. The Lord drove them out to make room for Israel.

²⁷ When Ahab heard what Elijah had said, he tore his clothes. He put on the rough clothing people wear when they’re sad. He went without eating. He even slept in his clothes. He went around looking sad.

²⁸ Then a message from the Lord came to Elijah, who was from Tishbe. The Lord said,