Elisha’s Prophecy of Abundant Provision Elisha delivered a startling prophecy in response to the king’s despair and threats. The prophet declared that by the same time the next day, food would be so plentiful in Samaria that fine flour would sell for only one shekel. Barley would cost even less at two measures for one […]

The Floating Ax Head Miracle The chapter opens with the sons of the prophets approaching Elisha about their cramped living quarters. These were young men training under Elisha’s guidance in prophetic ministry. Their current dwelling place had become too small for their growing community. The prophet Elisha gave them permission to go to the Jordan

2 Kings 5 tells one of the most compelling stories of divine healing and conversion in the Old Testament. The chapter records the miraculous healing of Naaman, the Syrian commander, from leprosy through the ministry of the prophet Elisha. This narrative demonstrates God’s grace extending beyond Israel to the nations, the power of simple obedience,

2 Kings 4 records a series of remarkable miracles performed by the prophet Elisha that demonstrate God’s compassionate care for his people in their everyday needs. The chapter contains four distinct miracle accounts: the multiplication of oil for a widow, the promise and birth of a son to the Shunammite woman, the resurrection of that

2 Kings 3 records the first major military campaign during Elisha’s prophetic ministry. The chapter tells of the rebellion of Moab against Israel, the alliance between three kings to suppress this rebellion, and God’s miraculous intervention through water and supernatural victory. This narrative demonstrates God’s power to deliver his people and his willingness to work

2 Kings 2 records one of the most remarkable events in biblical history – the translation of the prophet Elijah to heaven without experiencing death. The chapter tells of Elijah’s final journey with his successor Elisha, the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, and the dramatic ascension in a whirlwind. This narrative demonstrates God’s power

2 Kings 1 records the final major confrontation in the ministry of the prophet Elijah. The chapter tells of King Ahaziah’s injury, his consultation of false gods, and Elijah’s dramatic intervention with divine judgment. This narrative demonstrates God’s exclusive claim to worship and his power over life and death. The chapter reveals the consequences of

1 Kings 22 records the final chapter of King Ahab’s life and reign over Israel. The chapter tells of a military alliance between Israel and Judah, the dramatic confrontation between true and false prophets, and Ahab’s death in battle. This narrative demonstrates the danger of rejecting God’s true word in favor of flattering falsehoods. The

1 Kings 21 records one of the most tragic stories of injustice in the Old Testament. The chapter tells the story of Naboth’s vineyard and how King Ahab and Queen Jezebel abused their royal power to murder an innocent man. This narrative reveals the corruption of Israel’s leadership and God’s judgment against evil. The chapter

Historical Context and International Relations Chapter 20 of 1 Kings shifts focus from Elijah’s prophetic ministry to the military and political challenges facing Israel during Ahab’s reign. The chapter records two major conflicts between Israel and Syria under Ben-hadad II, demonstrating how God intervened on Israel’s behalf despite the nation’s spiritual apostasy. These events likely