Wednesday April 30th 2025 Basic Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-20
Wednesday April 30th 2025 Basic Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-20
Hymn of the Day: “When the Morning Comes”
Theme: Hope in God’s Promises, Even When They Seem Impossible
In 2 Kings 7:1-20 , we witness a miraculous story of God’s provision during a time of desperate famine. Through the prophet Elisha, God promised deliverance to the people of Samaria, even though the situation seemed hopeless. This passage reminds us that God’s promises are always true, no matter how impossible they may appear. As we reflect on this scripture and sing the hymn “When the Morning Comes,” let us hold fast to the hope that God will bring breakthrough in our darkest moments.
Bible Reading: 2 Kings 7:1-20 (NKJV)
1 Then Elisha said, “Hear the word of the Lord. Thus says the Lord: ‘Tomorrow about this time a seah of fine flour shall be sold for a shekel, and two seahs of barley for a shekel, at the gate of Samaria.’”
2 So an officer on whose hand the king leaned answered the man of God and said, “Look, if the Lord would make windows in heaven, could this thing be?” And he said, “In fact, you shall see it with your eyes, but you shall not eat of it.”
3 Now there were four leprous men at the entrance of the gate; and they said to one another, “Why are we sitting here until we die?
4 If we say, ‘We will enter the city,’ the famine is in the city, and we shall die there. And if we sit here, we die also. Now therefore, come, let us surrender to the army of the Syrians. If they kill us, we shall only die; and if they keep us alive, we shall live.”
5 And they rose at twilight to go to the camp of the Syrians; and when they had come to the outskirts of the Syrian camp, to their surprise no one was there.
6 For the Lord had caused the army of the Syrians to hear the noise of chariots and the noise of horses—the noise of a great army; so they said to one another, “Look, the king of Israel has hired against us the kings of the Hittites and the kings of the Egyptians to attack us!”
7 Therefore they arose and fled at twilight, and left the camp intact—their tents, their horses, and their donkeys—and they fled for their lives.
8 And when these lepers came to the outskirts of the camp, they went into one tent and ate and drank, and carried from it silver and gold and clothing, and went and hid them; then they came back and entered another tent, and carried some from there also, and went and hid it.
9 Then they said to one another, “We are not doing right. This day is a day of good news, and we remain silent. If we wait until morning light, some punishment will come upon us. Now therefore, come, let us go and tell the king’s household.”
10 So they came and called to the gatekeepers of the city, and told them, saying, “We went to the Syrian camp, and surprisingly no one was there, not a human sound—only horses and donkeys tied, and the tents intact.”
11 And the gatekeepers called out, and they told it to the king’s household inside.
12 So the king arose in the night and said to his servants, “Let me now tell you what the Syrians have done to us. They know that we are starving; therefore they have gone out of the camp to hide themselves in the field, saying, ‘When they come out of the city, we shall catch them alive, and get into the city.’”
13 And one of his servants answered and said, “Please, let several men take five of the remaining horses which are left in the city. Look, they may either become like all the multitude of Israel that are left in it; or indeed, I say, they may become like all the multitude of Israel left from those who are consumed, so let us send and see.”
14 Therefore they took two chariots with horses; and the king sent them in the direction of the Syrian army, saying, “Go and see.”
15 And they went after them to the Jordan; and indeed all the road was full of garments and weapons which the Syrians had thrown away in their haste. So the messengers returned and told the king.
16 Then the people went out and plundered the tents of the Syrians. So a seah of fine flour was sold for a shekel, and two seahs of barley for a shekel, according to the word of the Lord.
17 Now the king had appointed the officer on whose hand he leaned to have charge of the gate. But the people trampled him in the gate, and he died, just as the man of God had said, who spoke when the king came down to him.
18 So it happened just as the man of God had spoken to the king, saying, “Two seahs of barley for a shekel, and a seah of fine flour for a shekel, shall be sold tomorrow about this time in the gate of Samaria.”
19 Then that officer had answered the man of God, and said, “If the Lord would make windows in heaven, could such a thing be?” And he had said, “In fact, you shall see it with your eyes, but you shall not eat of it.”
20 And so it happened to him, for the people trampled him in the gate, and he died.
Key Insights from the Passage
- God’s Promises Are Always True
- Despite the dire circumstances of famine and despair, Elisha declared God’s promise of deliverance. The fulfillment of this promise demonstrates that God’s Word never fails, even when it seems impossible.
- Faith Requires Action
- The four lepers took a step of faith by leaving their place of despair and entering the enemy’s camp. Their willingness to act opened the door for God’s miraculous provision.
- Sharing Good News Brings Blessing
- The lepers realized that keeping the good news to themselves was wrong. By sharing it with others, they became instruments of hope and salvation for the entire city.
- Unbelief Has Consequences
- The skeptical officer doubted God’s ability to fulfill His promise and ultimately faced the consequences of his unbelief. This serves as a reminder to trust God fully, even when His ways seem beyond comprehension.
Prayer Points for Today
- Prayer for Faith in God’s Promises:
Father, strengthen my faith to believe in Your promises, even when circumstances seem impossible. Help me to trust that You are working behind the scenes to bring breakthrough. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Courage to Take Steps of Faith:
Lord, give me the courage to step out in faith, trusting that You will meet me where I am. Lead me to take action, knowing that You are guiding my steps. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for a Heart to Share Good News:
Heavenly Father, open my eyes to see opportunities to share Your goodness and grace with others. Use me as a vessel to spread hope and encouragement to those around me. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer Against Unbelief:
Lord, protect my heart from doubt and skepticism. Strengthen my spirit to believe in Your power and provision, knowing that nothing is too hard for You. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Provision and Deliverance:
Father, thank You for being Jehovah-Jireh, my provider. I trust that You will supply all my needs according to Your riches in glory. Bring deliverance where there is lack or struggle. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Daily Declarations
- I declare that I will trust in God’s promises, knowing that He is faithful to fulfill every word He has spoken over my life. (Numbers 23:19 )
- I declare that I walk in boldness and take steps of faith, trusting that God will lead me into His plans and purposes. (Hebrews 11:6 )
- I declare that I am a carrier of good news, bringing hope and encouragement to those who need it most. (Isaiah 61:1-3 )
- I declare that I reject unbelief and embrace the truth of God’s Word, allowing it to shape my thoughts and actions. (Romans 10:17 )
- I declare that God is my provider, and He will meet all my needs according to His riches in glory. (Philippians 4:19 )
- I declare that I am surrounded by God’s miracles and blessings, even in situations that seem hopeless. (Psalm 34:10 )
- I declare that I am an instrument of God’s peace and restoration, used to bring healing and deliverance to others. (Matthew 5:9 )
- I declare that I walk in obedience to God’s leading, confident that He is preparing a way for me. (Proverbs 3:5-6 )
- I declare that I am steadfast in my faith, refusing to waver in the face of trials or challenges. (James 1:6 )
- I declare that the morning of God’s deliverance has come into my life, and I will see His promises fulfilled. (Lamentations 3:22-23 )
Reflection Questions
- What promises from God are you currently holding onto, even though the fulfillment seems far off? How can you deepen your trust in Him today?
- Have you ever felt stuck in a situation, unsure of what to do next? What small step of faith can you take today to move forward?
- Who in your life needs to hear a word of encouragement or hope? How can you share God’s goodness with them?
- How does the story of the skeptical officer challenge you to examine areas of doubt or unbelief in your own life?
Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the powerful reminder in 2 Kings 7 that Your promises are always true. Strengthen my faith to trust in Your timing and provision, even when circumstances seem impossible. Give me the courage to take steps of faith and the wisdom to recognize Your hand at work. Use me to be a bearer of good news, spreading hope and encouragement to those around me. Protect my heart from doubt and unbelief, and help me to stand firm on Your Word. Thank You for being my provider and deliverer. In Jesus’ precious name, I pray. Amen.
Hymn: “When the Morning Comes”
(Complete Lyrics)
*”When the morning comes, and the night is fading fast,
All my fears will vanish like shadows of the past.
Through the darkest hours, I have learned to trust,
For the Son will rise again, and I’ll stand in His love.
When the morning comes, and the sky begins to glow,
Every tear I’ve cried will be wiped away, I know.
In the stillness now, I can hear His gentle call,
Rise and shine, my child, for the morning has come.
When the morning comes, and the battle’s fought and won,
I will sing His praise, for the victory’s begun.
Though the road was long, and the journey hard to bear,
I will see His face, and His glory everywhere.”*
Let this hymn remind us that no matter how dark the night may seem, the morning always comes—and with it, the light and hope of God’s promises! 🌞✨
May this devotion encourage you to trust in God’s faithfulness and look forward to the dawn of His deliverance in your life!
