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Podcast: Sharper Iron from KFUO Radio
Episode: 2 Kings 4:18-44: Life from the Dead
Description: Tragedy strikes the family that has shown hospitality to Elisha when the son dies in his mother’s arms. Although his father is indifferent toward the Christian faith, the mother turns toward Elisha as the only one who can offer any help. The LORD brings about a miracle by restoring the child’s life in answer to Elisha’s prayer. As Elisha’s ministry continues, the LORD continues to concern Himself with the bodily needs of His people. Elisha's miracle of providing more than enough food for one hundred men particularly foreshadows Jesus’ greater miracle of providing abundant food for five t...