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Fire from Heaven and a Prophet’s Rise: Elijah’s Exit and Elisha’s Beginning | 2 Kings 1–3
Welcome to Day 97 of Word for Word: The Bible.
In this episode, we cover 2 Kings chapters 1–3, as the ministry of Elijah comes to a dramatic close and Elisha steps forward to continue the work of the Lord.
The episode begins with King Ahaziah, who, after a serious injury, chooses to seek guidance from a false god instead of the Lord. Through Elijah, God delivers a clear and final word of judgment. The repeated calling down of fire from heaven powerfully demonstrates that God alone holds authority, and it underscores the danger of turning away from Him.
Chapter 2 marks a major transition in…
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