Verse 17.— Elias was a man subject. We are here referred to 1 Kings 17:1-24 : The prophet Elijah was by the Infinite given special powers. Miracles were wrought by him. His prayer was prevailing, causing rain to be withheld and again to descend. It is an example showing the power of prayer that may be exercised by a man in the flesh where the same is consonant with the will of God. Elijah prayed that thereby he might prove to king Ahab that the God he worshiped was the only true God. Such proofs were necessary in that day. Nothing of the kind is now required. The record, containing more than ample proof, challenges the consideration of every man. God does no unnecessary or superfluous act. Nothing further is necessary; nothing further will be given.