You Are Not Alone

2 Kings 6:8-17

Mount Everest, the highest peak on earth, is undoubtedly one of the world’s most difficult and dangerous mountains to climb. On the mountain, extreme temperatures, lack of oxygen, high winds and risk of avalanche can make this climb seem impossible. For even the most experienced mountaineer, the risk of death is always present. The truth is, it is virtually impossible to make the ascent to the summit without the help of the Sherpas. These guides make the ascent possible. If you were to try to go it alone, your chance of success would be virtually zero.
As a prophet of God, Elisha knew he needed help and that he was never alone. But as Elisha and his servant slept, the king of Aram sent horses and chariots and a strong force to confront them; they literally surrounded them and the entire city. The king was angry that Elisha always seemed to know their next move and was able to warn the Israelites of possible attack. Elisha’s servant had woken up early only to see this vast army. Terrified, overwhelmed and isolated, he ran back inside to tell Elisha. But Elisha was unmoved. He was calm and confident. He didn’t panic as his servant hid in fear.
Even though the situation looked impossible, he knew something that his servant didn’t—they were not alone! Elisha told his servant to relax. He said, “Those who are with us are more than those who are with them” (2 Kings 6:16). Then Elisha prayed that God would open his servant’s eyes to see a whole new reality—the spiritual realm where the battles are really won and lost. The servant’s eyes were opened and for the first time he could see what Elisha saw all along—the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire. This was God’s army.
Many times in life we feel alone. But we are never alone. In fact, not only are God’s angels present, but His Spirit also lives in us to guide and teach and comfort.
Jesus never leaves us. On this journey of life, you are never alone.

Credit: Jimmy Pena

Written by Kachi