2 Kings 6:8; Romans 8:28-31
Introduction: Last week: Gates of Hell shall not prevail.
There is so much written in Scripture about God being on our side: to rescue, comfort, strengthen, lead and save!
We need to see clearly what God provides for us!
- Israel is at War / being attacked – 6:8-10 ‘Therefore the heart of the king of Syria was greatly troubled’ because God would expose his plans / whereabouts.
- They were surrounded.
- Had no one to help them.
Scripture on warfare.
- God as His Peoples Defense – 6:11-13
- Elisha needing answers/ instruction / direction. – 6:14-15
Elisha could see no escape.
- Manna from heaven when hungry.
- Water when there was drought.
- Healing when there was sickness. – Bitter waters.
- Supernatural Understanding of the Nature and Person of God. – 6:16-17
Application: Elisha’s answer came though a supernatural revelation of who God was at that moment. Open His Eyes
Ephesians 1:17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him, (NKJ)
Understanding
- Courage and Valor to Proceed –‘Elisha prayed’ – 6:18
What we need is a revelation, understanding…disclosure of whom God is and what he will do, that moves us into a victorious position.
- A Reversal of the Enemies Plans / Tactics – 6:18-23
Verse 6:23: ‘So the bands of Syrian raiders came no more into the land of Israel.’
The Double-Minded
James 1:5-8 Introduction: I’d like to speak to you today aboutFaith, Expectations & Stability. Read text: James 5:1-8 Wisdom in the Proverbs: Proverbs 1:7 ‘The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction. (NKJ) NKJ Proverbs 2:6 ‘For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and…
Faith Without Works
James 2 Practicing the Practical Introduction: James says, “For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also” (James 2:26). Faith without works is a dead faith because the lack of works reveals an unchanged life or a spiritually dead heart. Many verses say that true saving faith will…
Pearls for Wise Living – Week 1
James 2 Practicing the Practical Introduction: James says, “For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also” (James 2:26). Faith without works is a dead faith because the lack of works reveals an unchanged life or a spiritually dead heart. There are many verses that say that true…
The Pool of Blessing
John 5 Let’s look at ‘The Pool of Blessing.’ Introduction:Question: If there was one thing that you’d like to see God do for you in 2026, what would that be? The Pool of Bethesda was the focus of a local legend about healing. The Pool of Bethesda was “in Jerusalem near the Sheep Gate”…
Finishing Strong
Introduction: Introduction — The Difference Between Starting and Finishing. 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Finishing strong is one of Scripture’s recurring themes — not just starting well, but ending with faith, endurance, and obedience. The Bible consistently frames the Christian life as a race, a fight, or a journey that requires perseverance. Question: What are some of…
It Shall Come to Pass
Introduction: Christmas is here! Wow! Isiah 9:6-7 Application: Depending…there are between 300 and 400 OT prophesies about a coming Messiah. Examples of Prophesied Events & Locations Origin: Born of a woman (Genesis 3:15), Virgin birth (Isaiah 7:14), Descendant of Abraham (Genesis 12:3), From the line of Judah (Genesis 49:10). Life & Ministry: Born in Bethlehem…
It Shall Come to Pass
Introduction: Christmas is here! Wow! Isiah 9:6-7 Application: Depending…there are between 300 and 400 OT prophesies about a coming Messiah. Examples of Prophesied Events & Locations Origin: Born of a woman (Genesis 3:15), Virgin birth (Isaiah 7:14), Descendant of Abraham (Genesis 12:3), From the line of Judah (Genesis 49:10). Life & Ministry: Born in Bethlehem…
