Episode The Miraculous Life of Elisha | Week 1
It’s easy to confuse Elisha with his mentor Elijah. Not only do their names sound similar but they also performed similar miracles. Come along with us to explore how Elisha and Elijah were similar, how they were different, and how they both represented God’s nature. Discover how Elisha went on to do even greater things than Elijah and how through their story we find out what God can do for us!
Chapter 1
Have you ever had a hard act to follow—an older sibling or predecessor at work? Join the Discover the Word group as they kick off a seven-week series about “The Miraculous Life of Elisha.” Mart DeHaan leads Bill Crowder and Elisa Morgan in exploring how God worked through Elisha and how He can work through us. They start by taking note of how Elijah must have been a tough act for Elisha to follow but how God’s strength was shown through both.
Chapter 2
Have you ever been an assistant to someone or been in the role of apprentice? In this conversation on Discover the Word, explore how God appointed Elisha to become Elijah’s assistant. And discover how Elisha willingly accepted this role and how it shaped him for his future. It’s amazing how serving others can shape us
Chapter 3
Do you see echoes from the Old Testament of the Bible when you read the New Testament? Don’t miss this Discover the Word conversation as hosts Mart, Bill, and Elisa discuss how the stories of Elijah and Elisha are echoed across the Bible. Discover the different ways that their lives demonstrate how the big story the Bible is telling fits together.
Chapter 4
Can you recall a time when you were given a new responsibility that you didn’t feel ready for? Join the group on Discover the Word as they discuss what happened to Elisha when he didn’t feel ready to succeed his mentor, Elijah. Explore how Elisha responded when Elijah was taken up by a whirlwind to heaven and discover what we can find out about God when we feel unprepared.
Chapter 5
How do you usually feel when you do something for the first time? Sometimes doing new things can seem overwhelming. In this Discover the Word conversation, explore how Elisha transitioned from being Elijah’s assistant to being his successor. Discover how Elisha’s first miracle is connected to Elijah’s last miracle as the group concludes week one of their seven-week series on “The Miraculous Life of Elisha.”
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Elisha had a mentor named Elijah. Even though their names and the miracles that they performed were very similar, they each showed us unique ways to understand God’s character. While Elijah may have seemed like a hard act for Elisha to follow, God’s strength was shown in mighty ways through them both. Reflecting on Elisha’s willingness to serve his mentor and how God prepared him to succeed Elijah can shape the way you serve others and depend on God.
Reflect
- Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on this Scripture, what stands out to you?
- How did Elisha respond to becoming Elijah’s assistant, and how can you respond to opportunities to serve others?
- How is God represented differently through the ministries of Elijah and Elisha?
- How did Elisha respond when Elijah was taken up to heaven by a whirlwind, and how can that help you when you feel unprepared?
- How did Elisha’s first miracle connect to Elijah’s last miracle, and what does it tell you about depending on God?
Respond
(Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)
“Jesus, help me to depend on you in everything I do. Help me to remember that you are with me always and that you will give me all I need when I don’t feel ready for what’s next. Help me to see opportunities to serve you and others and help me be willing to say yes to those opportunities. Amen.”
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