Death in the Pot – 2 Kings 4:38-41

This story highlights the virtues of hospitality, generosity, and faith. The woman’s kindness to Elisha opened the door to blessings, as Elisha later prophesied that she would have a son, fulfilling a deep longing she had not even expressed openly. The narrative is a beautiful reminder of how acts of kindness and hospitality, especially to servants of God, can lead to unexpected blessings.

Prayer Meeting Service July 17, 2024 Ptr. Chris Parker

Trusting God often means releasing the need to control every outcome. It’s a surrender of our plans, fears, and what we think should happen, knowing that God’s understanding and ways are higher than ours. When we choose trust, we invite peace into situations that could otherwise overwhelm us.

Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.” (1 Corinthians 12:4). Spiritual gifts are divine abilities imparted to believers by the Holy Spirit to serve and strengthen the Church. Each gift is uniquely given, whether it’s wisdom, prophecy, or service, and together, they reveal God’s plan for unity and edification within His people. Discover how these gifts work in harmony to fulfill God’s purpose in the body of Christ.

The closing of Acts 28 marks a significant moment in the history of the early church, reflecting the ongoing ministry of the Gospel and its connection to church planting. As Paul arrives in Rome under house arrest, he continues to preach the Gospel boldly and without hindrance (Acts 28:30-31). This chapter signifies that, despite opposition, persecution, and obstacles, the mission of spreading the Gospel and establishing new churches continued unabated.

In the time of Elisha the prophet, a widow in desperate need approached him, having been left with debts and facing the threat of losing her sons to creditors. With only a small jar of oil remaining, Elisha instructed her to borrow as many empty vessels as she could from her neighbors, then pour the oil into them.