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S. Michael Houdmann
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Elisha, whose name means "God is salvation," was the successor of Elijah in the office of the prophet in Israel (2 Kings 5:8). He was called to follow Elijah in 1 Kings 19:19, and he spent the next...
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Jay Saunders
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The life of Elisha reveals to us that with God's will and help all things are possible when faith is manifested in our great God though the name of Jesus Christ. Of course the covenant that Elisha lived under was not the same as we live under. We have a new and better covenant through Jesus Christ to follow, but faith manifested in both covenants is the key element to success. The bible clearly states that out of the mouth of two or even three witnesses shall all things be verified or proven of the Lord. Jesus' ministry provides a witness of the truth of our heavenly Father and Creator's existence though signs, miracles and wonders being performed over and over again in both covenants. And now through believers today all over the world miracles, signs and wonders are still taking place through the heirs, the sons and daughters of our great God born again through the power of the Holy Spirit sent to us by Jesus Christ's great works. Oh, what a beautiful savior, Oh what a wonderful Lord and King that we have to follow after, full of love and wonderment. Faith is the key that unlocks these manifestations of the Holy Spirit in the earth today. God's will for us was revealed to us through the very words of Jesus. He said: Greater works than these would be performed through the sons and daughters of God born of the Holy Spirit. All we have to do is ask, seek, and knock. Fast, pray, have faith, and wait on the Lord. Sometimes it comes faster than a speeding bullet and sometimes it manifests over a time period, but without faith it is impossible to please our God. Let's not forget trust, for though he slay me yet shall I serve Him. Even in death we can still serve the Lord. Selah
Jeffrey Johnson
Supporter
What should we learn from the life of Elisha? The life of Elisha teaches us to follow God with total commitment, seek spiritual power over worldly success, and serve others with compassion. As a dedicated prophet, his ministry demonstrated that miracles arise from obedient faith and that we should trust God's provision rather than our own resources. Lessons from Elisha's life include: Total Surrender: Elisha immediately left his livelihood (farming) to follow Elijah, demonstrating a "no looking back" commitment. Boldness in Prayer: He asked for a "double portion" of Elijah's spirit, demonstrating the need to seek God's power for ministry boldly. Service with Compassion: He used his gift to help those in need, such as the widow with oil, highlighting that everyone matters to God. Unwavering Faith: When surrounded by enemies, he trusted in God's protection, teaching us to focus on the spiritual reality rather than fear. Integrity and Contentment: Elisha refused a reward from Naaman, showing that God's work is not for financial gain. Faithful Mentorship: Elisha was a loyal servant to Elijah, highlighting the value of mentorship and finishing well. Elisha's life is a testament to the fact that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things when fully surrendered to God. The life of the prophet Elisha, as recorded in 1 and 2 Kings, offers several profound lessons on faith, service, and reliance on God. Lessons for us: God's grace is a gift and cannot be bought. Dishonesty and greed for "dishonest gain" eventually lead to destruction. Elisha manifested patience, love, and kindness and yet was very firm when God's name was involved; he did not hesitate to express God's judgment against the wicked. He earned for himself a place among the "so great a cloud of witnesses" mentioned at Hebrews 12:1. Like Elisha, let us trust in God. (Prov. 3:5, 6) If we do, "God be merciful unto us, and bless us, and cause his face to shine upon us." Psalm 67:1 ESV 2 Kings 13:18-19: ESV: "And he said, 'Take the arrows,' and he took them. And he said unto the king of Israel, 'Smite upon the ground,' and he smote thrice, and stayed. 19 And the man of God was wroth with him, and said, 'Thou shouldest have smitten five or six times: then hadst thou smitten Syria till thou hadst consumed it, whereas now thou shalt smite Syria but thrice.'" With zeal like Elisha's, we need to keep up the offensive against false worship. We do well to bear in mind zealous Elisha's words about smiting the earth by taking the arrows of God's Word and zealously striking with them, again and again, and bring an end to Satan's entire wicked system of things. We all need to trust God and be as courageous and zealous as Elisha was.
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