2 Kings 2:13-14a Elisha then picked up Elijah’s cloak that had fallen from him and went and stood on the bank of the Jordan. He took the cloak that had fallen from Elijah and struck the water with it….
Elisha knows where Elijah has gone. He doesn’t ask where Elijah is now, he asks where the God of Elijah is now. He wants to be sure that God, who so powerfully worked through Elijah, is with him, so that he can carry on Elijah’s ministry.
2 Kings 2:14b … “Where now is the LORD, the God of Elijah?” he asked.
This scene makes me think of when a faithful person dies. We know where they are. What we want to know is will we have the strength to move forward in this life, is God still with us to help deal with this loss and move forward?
2 Kings 2:14c When he struck the water, it divided to the right and to the left, and he crossed over.
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for the reminder that You are with us always, that You have safely in You care our loved ones who have passed away, that You are still sovereign in our lives, helping us move forward when we aren’t sure we can. Grant us Your strength, Lord. Cover us with Your peace. Draw us closer. Amen.
2 Kings 2:15 The company of the prophets from Jericho, who were watching, said, “The spirit of Elijah is resting on Elisha.” And they went to meet him and bowed to the ground before him.
Have a blessed day
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