Good Morning “Believers in Miracles.”  Today we are in 2 Kings 2.  Elijah is about to be taken up to Heaven - in a chariot of fire… Wait, He doesn’t die… Nope!  How can that be?  GOD, that’s how!  Yes ACTUALLY!  Understand God uses Miracles to accomplish His purpose.  The nation of Israel was in a bad way and needed reminded that God was STILL on the throne.  Even Elisha recognizes this when he as...  Read More

Good Morning “Havers of No Other Gods.”  Today we are in 2 Kings 1.  We start 2 Kings with a reminder “You shall have no other gods before me.” Exodus‬ ‭20‬:‭3‬ ‭NIV‬‬ For the nation of Israel it was pretty simple.  It’s simple for us too.  Doesn’t require a lot of explanation or theological debate.  The God of ALL CREATION, “YHWH” (Yahweh - The original Hebrew used no vowels) was their God and He...  Read More

Good Morning “Understanders - Nothing is by Chance.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 22.As we read the story of how King Ahab happened to be killed in battle we get a reminder of exactly what we’ve been learning.  God is intimately involved in EVERYTHING!  Every detail.Some of the characters in this story  may have thought that all these pieces just fell together… but actually every detail was specifical...  Read More

Good Morning “Receivers of Injustice.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 21.  In today’s story Naboth is set up by Jezebel, accused by false witnesses, convicted and murdered - over a vineyard.  One is hard pressed to find the “Prosperity Gospel”, in passages such as this.   If only blessing, and our hearts desire is what God wants for us while we’re on this earth… then why did He allow things like this to...  Read More

Good Morning “Recognizers That God Works EVERYWHERE, and is Intimately Involved in EVERYTHING.” Today we are in 1 Kings 20.  As you read today’s chapter did you find yourself shaking your head at the statement of King Arams officials?  “…Their gods are gods of the hills. That is why they were too strong for us. But if we fight them on the plains, surely we will be stronger than they.” 1 Kings‬ ‭20...  Read More

Good Morning “Leavers of Your Old Life.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 19.  Elijah is wore out!  He’s been hard at it for some time.  Gods not done with Israel yet, so… who will continue the work?  What comes as a surprise to Elisha (not to be confused with Elijah) was no surprise to God.Elisha was out doing what Elisha did - plowing his father’s field.  Much like us when we receive The Call of God, he...  Read More

Good Morning “Those Who Stand and Live Differently.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 18.Everyone knows this story!  I love it!  There is a drought in the land.  Ahab and Jezebel are intent on killing all of the Prophets of God.  In the midst of it all God tells Elijah to go to Ahab.  Suicide right?  Even Obadiah thinks so, as Elijah tells him to go tell Ahab he’s here.Elijah presents a challenge to the “...  Read More

Good Morning “Receivers of Miraculous Blessing.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 17.Because of Israel’s sin, Elijah has a message from The Lord.  No rain, for a few years.  Famine in the land. Elijah was not to worry though, God promised to take care of him.  He’ll drink from the brook and Ravens will feed him.  What?  Come on!  Imagine the faith required of Elijah.  So often our faith is limited by our ...  Read More

Good Morning “People Called By His Name.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 16.  Did your heart sink as you read this chapter?  I found myself almost in a state of sickness - mourning as I read it.  Sinful King after Sinful King in Israel… as bad as, or worse than the one before.  You can almost feel Israel’s decent.  Perhaps because it hits  so close to home.Is there hope for Israel?  What will turn them ...  Read More

Good Morning “Walking in Different Footsteps.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 15.“You’re just like your father.”  Or… “ You’re just like your mother.”  How did you take this statement?  Based on how your parents lived or lives their life - this could be a complement or a curse.  Call it “Spiritual Warfare”, “Generational Curse”- call it whatever you want to, but typically we inherit many of the traits o...  Read More

Good Morning “Reapers of What We Sow.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 14.Yesterday we talked a bit about Jeroboam and his cult leadership.  He mocked The Worship system of The One True God.  He led the nation of Israel in all kinds of debauched worship of false gods (demons), even pieces of metal (golden calves) and instituted priests that were no priests at all.  Yesterday I made the statement, “God do...  Read More

Good Morning “Demanders of Where Stands It Written.”  Today we are in 1 Kings 13.Jeroboam was a Master Cult Leader.  Just call him what he is.  He’s rebranded the “Bull Worship” that cost Israel so much.  Like any cult leader Jeroboam likely exaggerated elements of worship that appealed to Israel and downplayed elements that did not.  We see this evidenced at the end of the chapter.We would consid...  Read More