2 Kings 6:16
"And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them."
The revelation that the hosts of the Most High God were defending Elisha was done for the benefit of Elisha's servant. But not only for him, also for all servants of Elisha's God who would follow and read of God's power on behalf of Elisha.
Imagine this scene. Picture it in your mind and let that picture fill your heart. Imagine the fear and utter terror this young man was feeling, knowing for certain that their death was upon them. Now imagine the mingled awe, fear, and relief upon seeing the hosts of God standing in your defense.
Fear cripples. Faith emboldens and mobilizes
Matthew Henry:
"When we are magnifying the causes of our fear we ought to possess ourselves with clear, and great, and high thoughts of God and the invisible world. If God be for us, we know what follows, Rom. 8:31."
Can I ask God to open my eyes right now? To see Him, to see His power and love right now?
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