2 Kings 2:6-12
Far too many of God’s servants take early retirement before God is finished with them.
Elijah gives us a wonderful example of a finishing strong
Three Key Characteristics stand out:
I. Resilience
Resilience is the ability to overcome trials and rebound to a former or even a greater level of effectiveness.
Two Examples:
- The Situation of Naboth’s vineyard
- The Situation of Ahaziah’s Accident
II. Reflection
Elijah took an interesting journey: He stopped at Gilgal, Bethel, Jericho, Jordon
- Finishing well requires transferring of faith to the younger and the less experienced
- Discipleship occurs through resilience and reflection
III. Reward
Elijah’s departure was not a desperate escape but a delightful reward.
- Elijah approached the Jordon and the waters parted
- Elisha requested a double portion
- Elijah went up buy a whirlwind into heaven
Our Responsibility
- We must serve faithfully till he comes
- We must maintain a proper perspective
- We must finish Strong