2 Kings 4
Inspired thots
Although the chapter records of the miracles that happened in Elisha's ministry, it is a revelation too that miracles can happen in one's life. God is such a loving God that He gives the best to His people; He cares and provides when there is not enough; He gives the desires of the heart; He protects one from danger and harm. How Great and Wonderful is our God!
Faith and Obedience are key ingredients to God's miracles. Believing in the Almighty God opens the heaven for miracles in our lives. How exciting! One must be expectant in heart... yes, Lord! Thank You for your work in my life; these are my miracles. You hear my prayers and heart's cry.
A daily time out with the Lord Jesus, to hear Him speak to ME. I am asking the Lord to share HIS thoughts with ME, to teach me more about Himself, and how I can be drawn closer to Him... for 'His thoughts are not my thoughts and neither are His ways my ways' Isaiah 55:8,9. This blog is not a theological exegesis. This blog is to record down the INSIGHTS & INSPIRATIONS of God's Word to me; speaking LIFE into my life for Abundant life! :)
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
On the Lord's Side
2 Kings 3
Inspired thots
1) Jehoshaphat remembered to seek God when in trouble; he asked to inquire of the Lord through His prophet and Elisha sought the Lord on his behalf because Jehoshaphat revered God, unlike Jehoram king of Israel whose mother was Jezebel and father was Ahab, wicked in God's sight.
2) The POWER of God came upon Elisha when he praised and worshiped God through music. Elisha gave the word.
3) Nothing is impossible with God; it is a LIGHT thing for HIM to perform miracles in nature; water came to refresh the armies; battles are won.
It is advantageous to be on the Lord's side.
Inspired thots
1) Jehoshaphat remembered to seek God when in trouble; he asked to inquire of the Lord through His prophet and Elisha sought the Lord on his behalf because Jehoshaphat revered God, unlike Jehoram king of Israel whose mother was Jezebel and father was Ahab, wicked in God's sight.
2) The POWER of God came upon Elisha when he praised and worshiped God through music. Elisha gave the word.
3) Nothing is impossible with God; it is a LIGHT thing for HIM to perform miracles in nature; water came to refresh the armies; battles are won.
It is advantageous to be on the Lord's side.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Where Does Our Faith Stand to Lead Us?
2 Kings 2
Inspired thots
Elisha took over Elijah's ministry with a double portion of Elijah's spirit. But he is still very human; he succumbed to other prophets' influence who insisted that they search for Elijah on his behalf; knowing well that God has taken up Elijah.
Why is it SO hard for one to stand up on our faith especially when we know it to be true? Why is it one can succumb to the insistence of others easily instead of being sure of what we are?
Elisha succumbed to the insults of young boys and cursed them. Perhaps he was still grieving and misused his power in God. One must be careful when the anointing falls; it is to be used for God's glory alone. But all things come about by God's will. Perhaps God vindicated Elisha. God is SO good to His own.
Inspired thots
Elisha took over Elijah's ministry with a double portion of Elijah's spirit. But he is still very human; he succumbed to other prophets' influence who insisted that they search for Elijah on his behalf; knowing well that God has taken up Elijah.
Why is it SO hard for one to stand up on our faith especially when we know it to be true? Why is it one can succumb to the insistence of others easily instead of being sure of what we are?
Elisha succumbed to the insults of young boys and cursed them. Perhaps he was still grieving and misused his power in God. One must be careful when the anointing falls; it is to be used for God's glory alone. But all things come about by God's will. Perhaps God vindicated Elisha. God is SO good to His own.
Monday, May 21, 2012
A Jealous God Who Desires His People's Dedication
2 Kings 1
Inspired thots
King Ahaziah was drawn to inquire of foreign gods rather than his Jehovah in times of trouble. God was angry with him and sent a word of curse through Elijah. Although Ahaziah thought he was king and mighty to subdue everyone around him, he forgot that he cannot be compared to the Almighty God. His wicked intentions to punish Elijah for the bad prophecy fell through as God is mightier.
King Ahaziah just did not get it; he did not revere God to repent. Hence, he caused 100 soldiers to die; only the third commander was humble to respect Elijah and pleaded with him for mercy in inviting him to King Ahaziah's presence.
It was hard for the 3rd commander who was obliged to serve a wicked king and revere God's servant. But a humble heart overcomes all and God is merciful to those who humble themselves before Him.
Inspired thots
King Ahaziah was drawn to inquire of foreign gods rather than his Jehovah in times of trouble. God was angry with him and sent a word of curse through Elijah. Although Ahaziah thought he was king and mighty to subdue everyone around him, he forgot that he cannot be compared to the Almighty God. His wicked intentions to punish Elijah for the bad prophecy fell through as God is mightier.
King Ahaziah just did not get it; he did not revere God to repent. Hence, he caused 100 soldiers to die; only the third commander was humble to respect Elijah and pleaded with him for mercy in inviting him to King Ahaziah's presence.
It was hard for the 3rd commander who was obliged to serve a wicked king and revere God's servant. But a humble heart overcomes all and God is merciful to those who humble themselves before Him.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Contrasting Characters
1 Kings 22
Inspired thots
There is SUCH A DIFFERENCE between king Ahab (Israel) and king Jehoshaphat (Judah). Ahab seeks pleasure and man's favor; always wanting to hear good things about himself to feel good but Jehoshaphat seeks only God's will. Hence, the outcome as per one's heart priority.
The way of the parents passes on to their children; Ahab's sons continued to sin while Jehoshaphat's sons walked with God and were blessed. Such as CONTRAST of characters.
Let me walk RIGHTLY before God and lead my children likewise all the days of our lives, Lord! Amen
Inspired thots
There is SUCH A DIFFERENCE between king Ahab (Israel) and king Jehoshaphat (Judah). Ahab seeks pleasure and man's favor; always wanting to hear good things about himself to feel good but Jehoshaphat seeks only God's will. Hence, the outcome as per one's heart priority.
The way of the parents passes on to their children; Ahab's sons continued to sin while Jehoshaphat's sons walked with God and were blessed. Such as CONTRAST of characters.
Let me walk RIGHTLY before God and lead my children likewise all the days of our lives, Lord! Amen
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Enticed by Self & Greed (things of the world)
1 Kings 21
Inspired thots
King Ahab acted like a child although he was king of Israel. He was already SO rich but yet coveted a simple man's possession just because it is next to his. Surely King Ahab has enough land in his palace for a vegetable plot; surely he would not tend the garden as king; why covet another's livelihood? ~ Greed. Selfishness.
He asked and did not get from Naboth; so he pouted and sulked like a child. Jezreel, his wife, planned wickedly to give him his heart's desire. But God is not pleased. Forceful possession is displeasing to God. Ask from God and if it pleases Him, He would not withhold.
Ahab repented humbly before God and was forgiven; how loving and forgiving our Heavenly Father to His children. What a great virtue to emulate of God!
Inspired thots
King Ahab acted like a child although he was king of Israel. He was already SO rich but yet coveted a simple man's possession just because it is next to his. Surely King Ahab has enough land in his palace for a vegetable plot; surely he would not tend the garden as king; why covet another's livelihood? ~ Greed. Selfishness.
He asked and did not get from Naboth; so he pouted and sulked like a child. Jezreel, his wife, planned wickedly to give him his heart's desire. But God is not pleased. Forceful possession is displeasing to God. Ask from God and if it pleases Him, He would not withhold.
Ahab repented humbly before God and was forgiven; how loving and forgiving our Heavenly Father to His children. What a great virtue to emulate of God!
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Never Be Wise in Your Own Eyes
1 Kings 20
Inspired thots
King Ahab started off well SEEKING the Lord's direction with specific instructions against his enemy, Ben-hadad the Syrian. But when battles are won, King Ahab did not depend on God as much; he even made his own decision ~ to spare Ben-hadad's life ~ which was detrimental to his own life.
Lesson:
Never be wise in your own eyes; no matter how many victories were obtained. It was God at work to give those victories; not self. Hence, I must always remain humble and remember that it was GOD who worked in me and through me to give me the victory. It is His grace and mercy through which I enjoy victory after victory; blessing after blessing.
Inspired thots
King Ahab started off well SEEKING the Lord's direction with specific instructions against his enemy, Ben-hadad the Syrian. But when battles are won, King Ahab did not depend on God as much; he even made his own decision ~ to spare Ben-hadad's life ~ which was detrimental to his own life.
Lesson:
Never be wise in your own eyes; no matter how many victories were obtained. It was God at work to give those victories; not self. Hence, I must always remain humble and remember that it was GOD who worked in me and through me to give me the victory. It is His grace and mercy through which I enjoy victory after victory; blessing after blessing.
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