Monthly Archives: April 2020

Facing a Need? Dig a Ditch – 2 Kings 3

Posted on April 29, 2020 by dkoop

Has this Coronavirus chaos changed your prayer life any?  Do you find yourself praying before you go into a store? My parents are both 77 years old and I pray for them to stay healthy.   Often our needs drive us … Continue reading →

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Facing Need – 1 Kings 3 Background

Posted on April 26, 2020 by dkoop

Israel and Judah held some of the most fertile land and strategic positions in the ancient Near East. It is no wonder that neighboring nations like Moab envied them and constantly attempted to seize the land. Moab lay just southeast … Continue reading →

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Elijah’s Ascension & Ours: Are You Ready for Christ’s Return? 

Posted on April 22, 2020 by dkoop

2 Kings 2:11 Ascension:  (New Testament) the rising of the body of Jesus into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection.  ascension, ascending (noun) the act of changing location in an upward direction. (Definition.net) The taking up of Elijah by … Continue reading →

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Facing Change – Part 2 (2 Kings 2:1-15)

Posted on April 22, 2020 by dkoop

Change or transition is hard, but we can face it bravely with God’s help. The transition in leadership from Elijah to Elisha reminds us to be ready for change, to seek the Holy Spirit’s filling, and to courageously take up … Continue reading →

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