Critics of the Bible might use the text of 2 Kings 2:23-25 to point out how evil the God of the Old Testament is or how uncaring his servants (in this case, Elisha) really are. At first glance of this text, it might appear that they have a point. But with some extra examination and information and perspective, there might be more to this incident than first meets the eye – and it might just turn out to be the exact opposite – something that critics of the Bible (and all of us, for that matter) should take notice of and be warned by! God’s judgement is not something that anyone can take lightly!

Full service

00:00 Welcome
Song: Standing On The Promises
00:15 Introduction
00:37 Prayer
04:53 Bible reading: 2 Chronicles 36:9-16
Song: Nothing Can I Boast In
06:34 Kids’ Talk
Song: The Power Of The Cross
09:57 Bible reading: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
Song: In Christ Alone
11:45 Sermon: 1 Kings 2:23-25
Song: At The Name of Jesus
35:19 Closing

There’s no doubt that there are many, many lovely places to live. Whether it’s in the miountains or by a river or near to the ocean, there are some beautiful places to be. But while all may look good on the outside of these places, not all is always well within. While at Jericho in 2 Kings 2:19-22, the prophet Elisha was told that it was a pleasant place to live, but there was a problem with the water supply. The problem was that it caused death. Elisha’s miracle cure for Jericho was simple and it points us to something worth noting. Man’s greatest problem is not outside on him, but on the inside. Sin (which also causes death) lives within and the gospel of Jesus (like Elisha’s bowl of salt) is the only cure.

Full service

00:00 Welcome
Song: All Creatures Of Our God
00:15 Introduction
00:34 Prayer
04:17 Bible reading: Isaiah 1:1-20
Song: See Him Coming
07:16 Kids’ Talk
Song: By Faith
10:36 Bible reading: Mark 7:1-23
Song: Before The Throne
13:21 Sermon: 1 Kings 2:19-22
Song: Marvellous Grace
37:16 Closing

After Elisha rexperienced a rather compelling and forthright call to succeed Elijah as the Lord’s prophet in Israel, 2 Kings 2:1-18 explores their initial, but temporrary team ministry together which ended when Elijah was swepat away into heaven bu a whirlwind accompanying a chariot and horses made of fire. It must have been a sight to behold! But it wasn’t simply for show. In the process, Elisha gained posession of Elijah’s cloak and was able to repeat the miracle Elijah had just performed before his translation. This reminds us that Jesus also left a succession plan where God’s Spirit came upon all His disciples, equipping them to be His witnesses (Acts 1:8) wherever they went.

Full service

00:00 Welcome
Song: O Worship The King
00:16 Introduction
00:35 Prayer
06:17 Bible reading: 2 Kings 2:1-18
Song: Come People Of The Risen King
10:57 Mission Spot: Persecuted Church
Song: Christ Is Mine Forevermore
14:06 Bible reading: Acts 1:1-11
Song: He Will Hold Me Fast
16:13 Sermon: 1 Kings 2:1-18
Song: When We Walk With The Lord
41:24 Closing