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2 Kings-3

From Drought to Deliverance: A Devotional Study on 2 Kings 3​

Introduction​

The book of 2 Kings takes us on a narrated journey through some of the most significant events in Israel's history. Chapter 3 tells the story of a great drought that parched the land of Israel and a coalition between three kings. In this devotional study, let's draw spiritual insights from the story and reflect on the lessons we can learn.

Section 1: The Great Drought (2 Kings 3:1-13)​

Devotional Thought: The land of Israel faced a devastating drought, causing the crops to wither and the wells to dry up. The people turned to King Joram, desperate for relief. Responding to this crisis, King Joram turned to his two allies, King Jehoshaphat and King Ahaziah, and proposed a plan.

Reflection Questions:

  • How have you responded to spiritual drought in your life?
  • Have you sought God's help and guidance in times of crisis?

Section 2: The Prophetic Word (2 Kings 3:14-17)​

Devotional Thought: The three kings consulted with their prophets and received a word from God via the prophet of Edom. Elisha, the prophet of Israel, urged the kings to dig for water, and so they did. The water they found became a source of relief for all three armies.

Reflection Questions:

  • How have you responded to God's prophetic word in your life?
  • Are you willing to dig deep, even in difficult times, in obedience to God's will?

Section 3: The Victory (2 Kings 3:18-27)​

Devotional Thought: Encouraged by the victory over the drought, the three kings marched together against Moab. They defeated the enemy, became united, and returned home, rejoicing in God's provision.

Reflection Questions:

  • How have you learned to trust and rely on God in the face of adversity?
  • Are you willing to join with others in alliance with God, working together to accomplish His will?

Section 4: The Significance (2 Kings 3:28-29)​

Devotional Thought: The Mizpah stone, erected as a memorial, reminded the future generations of this great victory. This significant event would also become a learning opportunity for future kings.

Reflection Questions:

  • Have you learned spiritual lessons from your past experiences that you can pass on to others?
  • Are you willing to leave a memorial of your spiritual victories for future generations to learn and grow?

Conclusion:​

Chapter 3 of 2 Kings carries many spiritual lessons for us. We see the dangers of drought, the importance of divine guidance, the power of prophetic words, the significance of victory, and our responsibility to learn from the past. In our lives, may these lessons be a source of spiritual enrichment, leading us to trust, rely, and rejoice in God's faithfulness.