2 Kings 13
Today’s Passage: 2 Kings 13
Two themes emerge from 2 Kings 13 — the death of Elisha and the continual wickedness of the kings.
The death of Elisha is almost glossed over — a simple aside in the midst of continual disobedience by the kings of Israel.
But I think the most important verse we see in the chapter is found in verse 23:
Why would God continually forgive his people that continually rebel against him? It comes down to God’s gracious and compassionate character that shows itself in Covenant promises.
What a great opportunity for us to pause and thank God for his gracious and compassionate character toward us who are rebellious and sinful in our own right.
We, unlike the Israelites in 2 Kings, should see the grace and compassion of God as fuel for our walk with God and pursuit of holiness.
Slow down. Be still. Rest in the gospel. Walk with God. Pursue holiness.
Written By: Graham Withers
Two themes emerge from 2 Kings 13 — the death of Elisha and the continual wickedness of the kings.
The death of Elisha is almost glossed over — a simple aside in the midst of continual disobedience by the kings of Israel.
But I think the most important verse we see in the chapter is found in verse 23:
But the LORD was gracious to them and had compassion on them, and he turned toward them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, nor has he cast them from his presence until now.
What a great opportunity for us to pause and thank God for his gracious and compassionate character toward us who are rebellious and sinful in our own right.
We, unlike the Israelites in 2 Kings, should see the grace and compassion of God as fuel for our walk with God and pursuit of holiness.
Slow down. Be still. Rest in the gospel. Walk with God. Pursue holiness.
Written By: Graham Withers
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