When God called Elisha to be succeed the prophet Elijah, Elisha was a farmer with no apparent qualifications. Yet Elisha burned his ox and followed. Then Elisha refused to leave his mentor's side, humbly asking that God equip him for the journey ahead.Passages:  1 Kings 19:19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-6;  2 Kings 2:7-14 Series: <a href='https://wednesdayintheword.com/whengodcalls-5ways/'>When God Calls: 5 ways to run your race well</a>

When God called Elisha to be succeed the prophet Elijah, Elisha was a farmer with no apparent qualifications. Yet Elisha burned his ox and followed. Then Elisha refused to leave his mentor's side, humbly asking that God equip him for the journey ahead. Passages: 1 Kings 19:19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-6; 2 Kings 2:7-14 Series: When God Calls: 5 ways to run your race well

When God called Elisha to be succeed the prophet Elijah, Elisha was a farmer with no apparent qualifications. Yet Elisha burned his ox and followed. Then Elisha refused to leave his mentor's side, humbly asking that God equip him for the journey ahead.Passages:&nbsp; 1 Kings 19:19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-6;&nbsp; 2 Kings 2:7-14&nbsp;Series: <a href="https://wednesdayintheword.com/whengodcalls-5ways/" rel="noopener noreferrer">When God Calls: 5 ways to run your race well</a>

01 When God calls: Burn your ox (1 Kings 19:19-21)

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Wednesday in the Word is a verse-by-verse Bible study podcast that explains what the Bible means and how we know. Hosted by Bible teacher Krisan Marotta, each episode walks through a passage in plain language, digging into context, key words, and big ideas so you can study with confidence. With over 500 episodes, global listeners, and more than 15 years of teaching, Wednesday in the Word offers clear, in-depth Bible teaching with no ads, no donation requests—just free, accessible Bible study for anyone who wants to grow. 

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