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I’m not sure that this would fall under the “reproof, for correction” category, but possibly the “teaching” and/or “training in righteousness” categories. So what can we learn from the story of the axe head today?
The first thing I see in this passage is the recognition of the problem and the acknowledgment of authority. The sons of the prophets recognized that there was a problem. They saw that the place they were dwelling was too small for them. So, they came up with a solution, but they did not act on it until they went to the Prophet Elisha with their petition. The second thing I see is teamwork. The sons of the prophets did not act as individuals—they were a team. Teamwork makes the dream work, right? The third thing is an invitation. Once Elisha agreed that this thing should be done, the sons of the prophets invite the prophet to accompany them. |
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When I read God’s Word each morning, I find inspiration and insight that keeps my day on track. Join me on this journey. Let’s settle in with His Word—it’s His Love Letter to us. Did you know that? Let’s read it like a Love Letter, expecting to glean something for our walk with Him every day. Let’s look for peace in the chaos and strength for our weaknesses. Even on our busiest days we can carve out a few minutes to refocus on the important. Can’t we? We may have to get up a little earlier, when the house is still and quiet, or stay up a few minutes after the others are tucked in for the night, but we can do this! I know we can!
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Click here to enterNo problem too big or small--and in this fallen world, sometimes those ax heads stay submerged, but we do not stand alone on the river bamk.
I LOVE THAT, Michele! —> "...we do not stand alone on the river bank." So encouraging!
This has always seemed an odd story, but I like the lessons you drew from it. I heard one sermon on it called "Losing your spiritual edge," or maybe getting back your spiritual edge--but I think that was spiritualizing the story too much and missing the kinds of things you brought out.
I gravitate towards the "odd stories" in the Bible. I feel like if God puts it in there, it must be for our good. And if it seems odd to us, then there must be something important for us to learn.
I LOVE THAT, Donna! —> "Too often my initial reaction to encountering difficulty is to go into problem solving mode rather than going straight to God to obtain His help, or instruction and lesson He desires for me to learn!" ME TOO!
I love the analogy of the bible being a love letter. Who among us would receive a love letter and never read it? I wouldn't rely on my best friend to tell me what's in it - I'd want to read it for myself!
Also, good insights from the lesson of the floating axe. If only we cried out immediately to God like the sons of prophets called out to Elisha!
EXACTLY, Jerralea!!! "Who among us would receive a love letter and never read it?" I love that! —> "I wouldn't rely on my best friend to tell me what's in it - I'd want to read it for myself!"
AND, I would read it over and over and over again! I'd cherish it!
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