Why did Elijah pray if God already told him it would rain?

Elijah’s prayer, despite knowing God’s promise of rain, illustrates the dynamic relationship between divine sovereignty and human responsibility. God ordained prayer as a means through which He fulfills His promises. This underscores the teaching that while God is sovereign, He still uses prayer as part of His plan, inviting us to participate in His work. Thus, prayer is not merely a ritual but a way to engage with God's will and purposes, affirming the necessity to seek His face in all matters.