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At the beginning of the year Osagie brought us a lesson encouraging us to think faithfully about God doing new things.
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 457 | New Thing Series — Part 12 | “Elisha’s Loyalty” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
A new thing! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to your daily devotional podcast anchored in Isaiah 43:19: 'See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.'
We are currently looking at God doing a new thing in the lives of Elijah and Elisha. Today we explore Elisha’s loyalty.
“When the LORD was about to take Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal. Elijah said to Elisha, “Stay here; the LORD has sent me to Bethel.”
But Elisha said, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel.
The company of the prophets at Bethel came out to Elisha and asked, “Do you know that the LORD is going to take your master from you today?” “Yes, I know,” Elisha replied, “so be quiet.”
Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here, Elisha; the LORD has sent me to Jericho.”
And he replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So they went to Jericho.
The company of the prophets at Jericho went up to Elisha and asked him, “Do you know that the LORD is going to take your master from you today?” “Yes, I know,” he replied, “so be quiet.”
Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here; the LORD has sent me to the Jordan.” And he replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So the two of them walked on.” (2 Kings 2:1-6 NIV11)
Elisha was loyal despite
For Reflection
We are disciples of Jesus. We walk in his way. It was one of Jesus’ commands — Luke 5:27; 9:23, 59; 14:27; 18:22. We have been invited, but are we still grateful to be part of his company?
Elijah couldn’t push Elisha away. He was like a limpet — determined to stick to his mentor to the last. What helps you to stick close to Jesus, inseparable and attentive?
Conclusion
I hope you find your heart, your life, your congregation and your world inspired by God doing a new thing. Until tomorrow, take care, and God bless.
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Quiet Time Coaching Episode 456 | New Thing Series — Part 11 | “Elijah’s Future” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
For the next few days we are focussed on God doing a new thing in the lives of Elijah and Elisha. Today we explore Elijah’s future.
Elijah had a terrific, yet troubled past. His present was convicting and inspiring. What of his future?
Go back
Sometimes the way back is the way forward. Not so much that we should repeat the past, but that we can go back to friends, church, family group, prayer, evangelism and serving with a spirit renewed by God. Is God calling you to go back to something — so as to do a new thing?
Work with my people
Elijah was commissioned to empower people in various roles. Some were in leadership, and one, Elisha, was to be his successor. Our future is always, at least to some extent, an investment in the next generation. Is there someone God is calling you to mentor in the faith?
“And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” (2 Timothy 2:2 NIV11)
For Reflection
Conclusion
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Quiet Time Coaching Episode 455 | New Thing Series — Part 10 | “Elijah’s Present” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
For the next few days we are focussed on God doing a new thing in the lives of Elijah and Elisha. Today we explore how Elijah’s present circumstances prepared him for a new thing.
We find Elijah on the run. Jezebel has threatened to kill him. The wilderness is his first stop, and a mountain cave his next temporary shelter. Not exactly the best Airbnb. He is hungry, thirsty, physically exhausted and emotionally drained. Nothing to be envied. Yet, he is in the perfect position for God to do a new thing. How is that?
God provides refreshment
God provides perspective
Consider the Apostle Paul
How did he learn to be content in his present difficult situation? By going through many other previous difficult situations that prepared him for the challenges of his present scenario.
For Reflection
Conclusion
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Quiet Time Coaching Episode 454 | New Thing Series — Part 9 | “Elijah’s Past” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
For the next few days we are focussed on God doing a new thing in the lives of Elijah and Elisha. Today we explore Elijah’s past.
Before God could do a new thing in Elijah, he had to reckon with his past. How does Elijah view his history?
“I have been very zealous for the LORD God Almighty. The Israelites have rejected your covenant, torn down your altars, and put your prophets to death with the sword. I am the only one left, and now they are trying to kill me too.” (1 Kings 19:10 NIV11)
Note the phrase - ‘I have been’. Elijah’s previous faith-exploits are the stuff of legend. He
Note also - ‘The Israelites have rejected…’. While this had been the case, it was not true any longer. “Then Elijah commanded them, “Seize the prophets of Baal. Don’t let anyone get away!” They seized them, and Elijah had them brought down to the Kishon Valley and slaughtered there.” (1 Kings 18:40 NIV11)
Finally note - ‘I am the only one…’. It turns out this was not true either: “Yet I reserve seven thousand in Israel—all whose knees have not bowed down to Baal and whose mouths have not kissed him.””, 1 Kings 19:18.) He is lonely.
If Elijah is so zealous, why was he running for life after Jezebel’s threat, and why did he pray, “I have had enough, LORD….Take my life; I am no better than my ancestors.”” (1 Kings 19:4 NIV11)
For Reflection
Conclusion
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Introduction
In the first few podcast episodes we will set the scene by looking at the entirety of Isaiah chapter 43. Today it is verses 22-28.
““Yet you have not called on me, Jacob, you have not wearied yourselves for me, Israel.
- The failure of God’s people to live like the redeemed
For Reflection
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Conclusion
God bless, Malcolm
"Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Introduction
In the first few podcast episodes we will set the scene by looking at the entirety of Isaiah chapter 43. Today it is verses 18-21.
““Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.
- He will do great things, even a new thing: Will guide & provide for you as never before
For Reflection
Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.
Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [email protected].
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Conclusion
God bless, Malcolm
"Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Introduction
In the first few podcast episodes we will set the scene by looking at the entirety of Isaiah chapter 43. Today it is verses 14-17.
“This is what the LORD says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “For your sake I will send to Babylon and bring down as fugitives all the Babylonians, in the ships in which they took pride.
- He will defeat all the enemies who oppress you
““The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour.”” (Luke 4:18-19 NIV11)
For Reflection
Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.
Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [email protected].
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Conclusion
God bless, Malcolm
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Tabernacle Building Sunday
Exodus 40
Introduction
When was this done - “So the tabernacle was set up on the first day of the first month in the second year.” (Exodus 40:17) - 1 year after exodus; 9 months after arrival at Sinai
1. “Then the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.” (Exodus 40:34)
2. “In all the travels of the Israelites, whenever the cloud lifted from above the tabernacle, they would set out; but if the cloud did not lift, they did not set out—until the day it lifted.”
Introduction
In the first few podcast episodes we will set the scene by looking at the entirety of Isaiah chapter 43. Today it is verses 10-13.
““You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “and my servant whom I have chosen, so that you may know and believe me and understand that I am he. Before me no god was formed, nor will there be one after me.
- He will appoint you to be His special witness & servant
For Reflection
Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.
Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [email protected].
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Conclusion
God bless, Malcolm
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