When all the jars were full, she said to her son,
"Bring me another one." 2 Kings 4:6
Footnote:
The woman and her sons collected jars from
their neighbors, pouring oil into them from their one pot. The oil was probably
olive oil and was used for cooking, for lamps, and for fuel. The oil stopped
pouring only when they ran out of containers. The number of jars they gathered
was an indication of their faith. God's provision was as large as their faith
and willingness to obey. Beware of limiting God's blessings by a lack of faith
and obedience. God is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine
(Ephesians 3:20).
6:1-7 Footnote:
The incident of the floating axhead is
recorded to show God's care and provision for those who trust him, even in the
insignificant events of everyday life. God is always present. Placed in the
Bible between the healing of an Aramean general and the deliverance of Israel's
army, this miracle also shows Elisha's personal contact with the students in the
companies of the prophets. Although he had the respect of kings, Elisha never
forgot to care for the faithful. Don't let the importance of your work drive
out your concern for human need.
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All footnotes taken from the Life Application Study Bible, NIV
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