It is right to trust God because… 1. His Word is true 2. If we don’t, we call him unfaithful 3. Those who don’t will be humbled 4. He alone is the living God 5. It brings glory to his name
Why was Israel exiled from the land of promise? 1. Israel violated God’s covenant by worshiping false gods 2. God’s mysterious purpose in bringing the gospel to the gentiles
The manner of Elisha’s death points to… 1) The Exile of a Nation which would lead to Christ. 2) Christ – who’s death gives life to all who trust in His name. 3) For us Elisha’s death shows how God can redeem even death for good.