In the Days of Elijah and Elisha
Peter King
Rocky Mountain Christadelphian Bible School (1995)
| Study | Title | Media |
|---|---|---|
| 1 of 5 | Has it Happened Before | |
| 2 of 5 | The Trouble With Ahab's In-laws | |
| 3 of 5 | The Man of Abel Meholah | |
| 4 of 5 | Incredible Plenty | |
| 5 of 5 | Turn Us Again, O Lord God |
This series, In the Day of Elijah and Elisha, brings to life one of the most turbulent and faith-filled periods in Israel’s history. Through dramatic contrasts of faith and apostasy, triumph and despair, God’s prophets stood as witnesses to His power and His word. These classes explore the courage of Elijah, the quiet strength of Elisha, and the enduring lessons for believers who live in a world often hostile to truth. Listeners are invited to see how God works through weakness, how He upholds His servants in times of trial, and how His grace overflows in moments of desperate need. The stories of these prophets remind us that God is faithful, and that He calls His people to trust Him, even when outnumbered and opposed.
Has It Happened Before?
This opening class looks at Elijah’s contest with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. Though outnumbered 450 to one, Elijah’s confidence rested in God’s power, not human strength. Drawing on the example of Gideon, the lesson shows how God delights to overturn human reasoning and to prove that salvation comes only by His hand. Elijah’s prayer and God’s fire from heaven remain a testimony to the triumph of faith over idolatry.
The Trouble with Ahab’s In-laws
This study examines the influence of Jezebel and her family, showing how ungodly alliances corrupted both Israel and Judah. The lesson warns of the spiritual dangers of compromise and misplaced loyalties, while highlighting God’s justice in the judgment of Ahab and Jezebel. It reminds us that who we align ourselves with can shape our spiritual direction for good or for ill.
The Man of Abel Meholah
Here the focus shifts to Elisha, the man called from his plow to follow Elijah. His humble beginnings and wholehearted response illustrate how God chooses ordinary people for extraordinary work. Elisha’s life becomes an encouragement for disciples today who are called to leave behind comfort and commit themselves fully to God’s service.
Incredible Plenty
This class explores one of Elisha’s miracles, when God turned famine into abundance almost overnight. The story of plenty in the face of despair demonstrates God’s power to provide beyond expectation, even when circumstances seem hopeless. It assures believers that God’s hand is never shortened, and that He is able to do far more than we can imagine.
Turn Us Again, O Lord God
This class centers on Psalm 80 and the plea, “Turn us again, O God.” It draws on the imagery of Israel as God’s vine, called to bear fruit but often straying into unfaithfulness. The meditation encourages self-examination and renewal, reminding us that only God can turn hearts back to Him and cause His face to shine upon His people.
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