And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. (2 Kings 2:9)
Elisha became a prophet under the tutelage of Prophet Elijah; and therefore much like his master he was true to his calling. Elijah called Elisha to follow him, after God revealed to him that Elisha is to succeed him as the prophet over Israel (ref. 1 Kings 19). Elisha gave up his family and prior life to follow the call of God and he never looked back.
When Elijah was to be taken by the chariot of fire, Elisha was the only one who followed Elijah till the end, and desired a double portion of his spirit. Through the spirit of discernment, Elisha understood the time of his visitation from God and was determined not to allow anything to stop him from receiving the mantle of the Lord; even the voice of his master could not stop him. Although Elijah’s voice was a test and not a command (ref. 2 Kings 2: 1-8)
Through the authority of God’s word, Elisha performed multiple miracles that touched the lives of people and nations. His spiritual guidance to the kings; protected Israel from the enemies on numerous occasions. Some of the tremendous things he did were during the reign of King Jehoshaphat.
His submission to the command of God, and to the Man of God, Elijah, is something to learn from. When we submit ourselves fully to God’s will, he exalts us to a position no man can give or take.
Prayer:
Precious Father, I thank you for choosing me unto yourself. I don’t belong to this world or the elements of this world, I’m never turning back. I will move upward and forward, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of my faith. Amen
