“Then the men of the city said to Elisha, “Please notice, the situation of this city is pleasant, as my lord sees; but the water is bad, and the ground barren.” 20 And he said, “Bring me a new bowl, and put salt in it.” So they brought it to him. 21 Then he went out to the source of the water, and cast in the salt there, and said, “Thus says the Lord: ‘I have healed this water; from it there shall be no more death or barrenness.’ ” 22 So the water remains healed to this day, according to the word of Elisha which he spoke.” 2 Kings 2:19-21 NKJV
Lord God,
Yesterdays verse about being the salt of the earth reminded me of this occasion when Elisha used salt to heal the water when he visited Jericho. Joshua fought the battle of Jericho and the walls tumbled down and he cursed the ruins of the city (Joshua 6:26). Hiel of Bethel rebuilt it and as prophesied it cost the lives of two of his sons (1 Kings 16:34). And when Elisha visits much, much later there is still problems – bad crop killing water.
Elisha calls for a new bowl. No contamination in it and clearly held only the salt and water. So it could only have been a miracle, You God, answering the prayer that changed the water from death to life!
At times, the simple things we are asked to do, which seem almost pointless, are the very things which bring about wonderful results. At other times things are so beyond us we have to trust for a miracle. But then like with Elijah, the glory all goes to You, God. Not to the bowl, the water or the salt or even the one saying the words – but the one who can turn death to life. You, thank You Lord.
To some it seems pointless to simply have faith in Jesus in order to be saved. But that is the greatest miracle of all. Thank You.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
An outline to prompt Your own prayers . . . .
Lord God,
Today we pray for family, friends, neighbours, our church family.
For Putin and the end of war in Ukraine.
For help, relief and comfort for those affected by natural disasters in Libya and Morocco.
For Your justice and comfort for those who have lost a loved one through violence and murder.
For our Government and the King for all they need to lead this country and set and example of commitment, honesty and dedicated service.
For those projects our church prays for and supports, that much good would result..
For those on missions overseas that they would see miracles and be blessed themselves.
For our own needs, worries, concerns and hopes for today and the future.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Friday 6th October 2023
Yes we had this worship last Sunday. Cant say thank You enough!
I come before You today,
and there’s just one thing that I want to say
Thank You, Lord, thank You, Lord
For all You’ve given to me,
for all the blessings that I cannot see
Thank You, Lord, thank You, Lord
With a grateful heart, with a song of praise,
With an outstretched arm I’ll bless Your Name and
Thank You, Lord, I just want to thank You, Lord
Thank You, Lord, I just want to thank You, Lord
Thank You Lord
For all You’ve done in my life,
You took my darkness and gave me Your light
Thank You, Lord, thank You, Lord
You took my sin and my shame,
You took my sickness and heal all my pain
Thank You, Lord, thank You, Lord
With a grateful heart, with a song of praise,
With an outstretched arm I’ll bless Your Name and
Thank You, Lord, I just want to thank You, Lord
Thank You, Lord, I just want to thank You, Lord
Thank You, Lord, I just want to thank You, Lord
Thank You, Lord, I just want to thank You, Lord
Thank You Lord
Lyrics: Paul Baloche
“When I’m writing worship songs,” Paul explains, “I realize that I’m offering a vocabulary for people to sing back to God. My hope is that, as they sing those words with melodies, it will act as a catalyst in their hearts, creating transformation deep down in their soul.”