To strengthen him for the journey, God provides Elijah with cake and water, reminiscent of his ancestors' Pasch (1). Thus he experiences the goodness of the Lord (Ps). Jesus, the bread of life (3), strengthens us for our journey, following his way of love (2). 1 Kgs 19:4–8 Ps 34:2–9 Eph 4:30—5:2 Jn 6:41–51