Chariots of Fire

Chariots of Fire

As Elijah traveled with his servant Elisha throughout the land of Israel, they crossed the Jordan river, pausing for a moment Elisha asked his master for a blessing, a double portion of the Spirit that was on Elijah. Though this was not something he personally could give, he said that if his servant should see him as the Lord took him away, then it would happen. As they continued walking along the path the sky opened up and chariots of fire descended to receive Elijah taking him away.

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2 Kings 2:11
In our last episode we learned about king Ahaziah, who like his father Ahab looked for help and hope in foreign gods. His reign, and his life, was cut short because he did not seek God. Elijah had delivered God’s message of judgement to Ahaziah as the king lay helplessly in bed after a fall. Today we’ll hear how Elijah’s time on earth comes to an end. This man of God who has served his Lord faithfully will be taken up before the eyes of his successor Elisha. It’s an incredible display of God’s power that will profoundly impact Elisha as he takes on the mantle of prophet to God’s people.
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