In 2 Kings 4 we read of a woman who was in dire straits,her husband had died,that was bad enough,but she had nothing to live on, she was also in debt. The debt had to be paid,one way or the other,so the creditors were coming to take her two sons,who would become their slaves.Her situation was desperate, she was in danger of losing everything,what could she do?.We are inclined to judge people who get into debt, people now days, get into debt to buy a car,furniture,but this lady more than likely borrowed money to survive.A dark,dark cloud hung over her. So this dear lady went to the prophet Elisha,God's representative, and asked him for help,let us remember that like Elisha,we are God's representatives.Let us remember we are not saved by works,but we are called to help those in need,not just to stand in judgement on them.So what did the prophet do ?,he questioned her as to what she had in her home?,all she had was a small jar of oil.He told her to borrow as many containers as possible,remember God can use the little we have. The containers were taken into her home,she was to shut the door,and pour the oil into them, in the first miracle Jesus performed,Mary told those at the wedding ,to do whatever he tells them,the result ,water was turned into wine.Now a little oil would multiply and fill many containers.The oil was then sold and the dear ladies need was met,The word of God assures us that he will meet our needs (Phil 4 v 19 ),even in an unexpected way.
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