2 Kings 13
In the South, the monarchy of King David was salvaged from annihilation by hiding baby Joash when the rest of the family was being killed by Queen Athaliah. Meanwhile, in the North, the Jehu Dynasty has replaced Ahab and his family as the ruling family. Let me introduce you to ...… and Jehoash!
Any time we talk about the Northern kingdom.....it's always bad.....always! But for me the highlight of the chapter is the death of Elisha. Any time a nation, or community, or family says goodbye to a strong spiritual leader like Elisha, it hurts. How does Elisha, the guy who did twice as many miracles as Elijah and was so in touch with God, die? No spoiler here -- View and see!
Before he dies, he has a final meeting with Israel's king, Jehoash. The meeting involves a bow and some arrows and some hands on instruction! The scene reveals some important truths about our intensity and God's activity. Can I ask you a question? How bad do you want it? How bad do you want victory in your life? What enemy are you struggling to defeat? How is it going?
Tune in and see what all of this has to do with Jehoash and Elisha.....and you!
Steve