What actions can strengthen our trust in God's word, based on 2 Kings 7:2? Context of 2 Kings 7:2 Samaria was starving under siege. Elisha declared that, by the next day, food would be plentiful and cheap. The royal officer scoffed, doubting that even God could reverse the crisis so quickly. Elisha responded that the officer would “see it with your own eyes, but you will not eat any of it.” His unbelief cost him the blessing (compare vv. 17-20). Key Verse (2 Kings 7:2) “But the officer on whose arm the king leaned answered the man of God, ‘Even if the LORD were to open the windows of heaven, could this really happen?’ ‘You will see it with your own eyes,’ replied Elisha, ‘but you will not eat any of it.’” Actions That Strengthen Our Trust in God’s Word • Remember God’s Track Record – Recount past deliverances (Exodus 14; 1 Samuel 7:12). – “I will remember the works of the LORD” (Psalm 77:11). Recollection fuels confidence. • Choose Faith over Sight – Circumstances screamed famine, yet God promised abundance. – “We walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7). Actively reject conclusions based solely on what you see. • Humble Yourself under Scripture – The officer’s pride dismissed God’s promise; humility receives it (James 1:21). – “This is the one I esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit” (Isaiah 66:2). • Speak Agreement, Not Doubt – His words exposed unbelief and sealed his fate (Proverbs 18:21). – Echo God’s declarations instead: “Let God be true and every man a liar” (Romans 3:4). • Obey Quickly and Completely – Four lepers acted on the situation and witnessed the miracle (2 Kings 7:5-9). – “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22). Obedience turns promises into experienced reality. • Feed on Scripture Daily – “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17). – Regular intake guards against skepticism and renews the mind (Psalm 119:105). • Surround Yourself with Believers of Faith – Elisha’s servants stayed close to him; the officer stayed close to cynicism. – “He who walks with the wise will become wise” (Proverbs 13:20). • Pray for Understanding and Strength – Ask God to open your eyes to His promised realities (Psalm 119:18). – “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24). Living It Out Today Trust grows when we rehearse God’s faithfulness, embrace humility, align our words and actions with Scripture, and cultivate an environment where faith is nourished. By replacing the officer’s doubt with obedient, Scripture-saturated confidence, we position ourselves to see—and enjoy—the fulfillment of every promise God has made. |
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