Dig the Ditches — Faith That Prepares for the Miracle
Key Scriptures
2 Kings 3:11 (CSB)
“But Jehoshaphat said, ‘Isn’t there a prophet of the Lord here? Let’s inquire of the Lord through him.’ One of the servants of the king of Israel answered, ‘Elisha son of Shaphat, who used to pour water on Elijah’s hands, is here.’”
2 Kings 3:15–16 (CSB)
“While the musician played, the Lord’s hand came on Elisha. Then he said, ‘This is what the Lord says: “Dig ditch after ditch in this wadi.”’”
2 Kings 3:17 (CSB)
“‘For the Lord says, “You will not see wind or rain, but the wadi will be filled with water, and you will drink—you and your cattle and your animals.”’”
Hebrews 11:1 (CSB)
“Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen.”
James 2:17 (CSB)
“In the same way faith, if it doesn’t have works, is dead by itself.”
Reflection Questions
What “ditches” is God calling me to dig by faith right now?
How can I create an atmosphere of worship to hear from God more clearly?
Have I been waiting for a sign before obeying God’s instructions?
What does obedience look like in this current “dry” season of my life?