Elisha Week 2: Dig a Ditch

Send us Fan Mail A problem is a great thing, if it drives you to depends on God. So the king of Israel set out with the king of Judah and the king of Edom. After a roundabout march of seven days, the army had no more water for themselves or for the animals with them. “What!” exclaimed the king of Israel. “Has the Lord called us three kings together only to deliver us into the hands of Moab?” 2 Kings 3:9-10 But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no prophet of the Lord here, through whom we may inquire of the Lord?” An officer of the king of Israel answered, “Elisha son of Shaphat is here. He used to pour water on the hands of Elijah.” Jehoshaphat said, “The word of the Lord is with him.” So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat and the king of Edom went down to [Elisha]. 2 Kings 3:11-12 Elisha said, “As surely as the Lord Almighty lives, whom I serve, if I did not have respect for the presence of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, I would not pay any attention to you. But now bring me a harpist.” 2 Kings 3:14-15 1. You need a Worship Filter Focus on the Presence of God. See the Power of God. Tune in to the Voice of God. Then it happened, when the musician played, that the hand of the Lord came upon [Elisha]. And he said, “Thus says the Lord: ‘Make this valley full of ditches.’” 2 Kings 3:15-16 NKJV For this is what the Lord says: You will see neither wind nor rain, yet this valley will be filled with water, and you, your cattle and your other animals will drink. This is an easy thing in the eyes of the Lord; he will also deliver Moab into your hands. 2 Kings 3:17-18 God can send the Water , but He asks you to dig a Ditch. 2. Start digging your ditch . The next day at about the time when the morning sacrifice was offered, water suddenly appeared! It was flowing from the direction of Edom, and soon there was water everywhere. 2 Kings 3:20 NLT Discussion Questions: When things don't go according to plan, what is your first response: worry, trying to fix everything yourself, or turning to God? Pastor Sean talked about having a "worship filter." What does that mean to you? And what are some other filters that you have used? Is there an area of your life where you're waiting to see evidence of change before trusting God? Have you ever felt discouraged because you were doing what you believed God asked you to do, but nothing seemed to change? How can we remain faithful while waiting on God's timing without assuming He will always answer in the way we expect? Thank you for listening to the Relate Community Church podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. If today’s message spoke to you, share it with a friend or leave us a review to help spread the word. To learn more about Relate Community Church, visit us at www.relatecommunity.com. You are always welcome here, and remember—you are loved