Expectation of God's Power

2 sermons

The expectation of God's power is a pervasive theme in the Bible, emphasizing the believer's trust in God's ability to intervene and transform their lives. As expressed in Romans 8:28, "all things work together for good to them that love God," illustrating the confidence that God's power can bring about positive outcomes even in challenging circumstances. This expectation is also rooted in Psalms 23:1, where David declares, "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing," demonstrating his faith in God's provision and care. Furthermore, in Isaiah 40:31, it is written that "those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength," highlighting the rejuvenating effect of anticipating God's powerful intervention in one's life.

Beyond Anything in the Past

David Wilkerson

David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of the transition from Elijah to Elisha, illustrating how God desires to do greater things in each generation. He highlights Elisha's request for a double portion of Elijah's spirit and the importance of being present to witness God's miraculous works. The

Epistle 382

George Fox

George Fox emphasizes the blessings that come from obedience to God, using Abraham's faith as a model for believers. He illustrates how Abraham's willingness to leave his homeland and follow God's command led to blessings not only for himself but for all nations through his lineage. Fox encourages t

2 Kings 2:8-10

“And Elijah took his cloak, rolled it up, and struck the waters, which parted to the right and to the left, so that the two of them crossed over on dry ground.”

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2 Kings 2:12

“As Elisha watched, he cried out, "My father, my father, the chariots and horsemen of Israel!" And he saw Elijah no more. So taking hold of his own clothes, he tore them in two.”

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1 Kings 19:19

“So Elijah departed and found Elisha son of Shaphat. He was plowing with twelve teams of oxen, and he was with the twelfth team. Elijah passed by him and threw his cloak around him.”

Exodus 14:21

“Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind that turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left.”

2 Kings 13:14

“When Elisha had fallen sick with the illness from which he would die, Jehoash king of Israel came down to him and wept over him, saying, "My father, my father, the chariots and horsemen of Israel!"”

Joshua 3:14

“So when the people broke camp to cross the Jordan, the priests carried the ark of the covenant ahead of them. Now the Jordan overflows its banks throughout the harvest season. But as soon as the priests carrying the ark reached the Jordan and their feet touched the water's edge, the flowing water stood still. It backed up as far upstream as Adam, a city in the area of Zarethan, while the water flowing toward the Sea of the Arabah (the Salt Sea ) was completely cut off. So the people crossed over opposite Jericho. The priests carrying the ark of the covenant of the LORD stood firm on dry ground in the middle of the Jordan, while all Israel crossed over the dry ground, until the entire nation had crossed the Jordan.”

2 Kings 2:14

“Then he took the cloak of Elijah that had fallen from him and struck the waters. "Where now is the LORD, the God of Elijah?" he asked. And when he had struck the waters, they parted to the right and to the left, and Elisha crossed over.”