33 A Calamity from the Lord, 2

A CALAMITY FROM THE LORD: 2 KINGS 6:24 – 7:2

SUMMARY: In this passage, particularly in Elisha, we see the nature of the Righteous revealed, in exhibiting, during a time of calamity, an awareness of supernatural protection, an acceptance of undeserved persecution, and an assurance of divine providence.

I. AN AWARENESS OF SUPERNATURAL PROTECTION.
A. Consider his circumstances.
B. Consider his Condition.

II. AN ACCEPTANCE OF UNJUST PERSECUTION, v. 32.
A. All of Them were Only Servants.
B. Challenge and Comfort from Scripture.

III. AN ASSURANCE OF DIVINE PROVIDENCE.
A. It is evident in the place of his circumstances.
B. It is evident in the time of his circumstances.