And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the LORD God of Elijah? And when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went over. (2 Kings 2:14)
After Elijah was taken into heaven by the chariot of fire, Elisha found himself standing before the River Jordan. It was an obstacle, but it was not greater than the God who had called him. He could have looked at the river and chosen the natural solution. He could have searched for a boat or attempted to swim across. Instead, he chose to act on what God had placed within him. He declared the name of the Lord and expected divine intervention.
Notice that Elisha’s words were not filled with doubt or uncertainty. They were words of faith. He knew that the same God who worked through Elijah was now working through him. His confidence was not in his own ability but in God’s power. This is an important lesson for every believer. When challenges arise, our first response should not be fear or doubt but of faith.
Many of us face our own “Jordans” in life. They may appear as financial difficulties, family situations, health concerns, or ministry challenges. The question is not whether obstacles exist; the question is where your confidence is placed. If your trust is in yourself, you will be limited. But if your confidence is in God, you will discover that no obstacle is greater than His power.
Today, refuse to approach life from a merely natural perspective. Remember that the reign of Jesus is now active in your life. He has called, equipped, and empowered you.
Prayer:
Dear Father, thank You for teaching me to trust in Your power and not in my own strength. I refuse to be intimidated by obstacles before me. I walk in faith, knowing that You are my ability and my strength. I cross every Jordan before me victoriously, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.