Today’s Scripture: 2 Kings 1-3

I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter hidden things,things from of old–what we have heard and known, what our fathers have told us. We will not hide them from their children; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done. – Psalm 78:2-4

What do you want to leave behind when your life on earth is over? Let’s look at what Elijah the prophet left behind. In today’s passage, we find him on his last day on earth, visiting the schools of the prophets where young men trained. We see Elijah’s final investment in the life of Elisha. Never underestimate the power of one life invested in another. When I was a twenty-four-year-old student at Northwestern College in Minneapolis, one man taught me most of what I know about the Christian life.

Don Rosenberger had been sent by The Navigators to teach courses on personal Bible study and follow-up. Over a period of two years he did much more than deliver classroom lectures on the subject. He spent personal time with me and invited me to minister with him to others.

I had never before heard of the principle of multiplying myself through the lives of others. But Don took this vision and applied it to daily life.

Paul wrote to Timothy, “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others” (2 Timothy 2:2). Are you investing yourself in someone? For Elijah, it was Elisha. He left behind one young man who would have a double portion of his spirit and carry on the work of God. Who will you leave behind?

Prayer

Lord, keep me faithful to teach others who will in turn teach others the truths of Your Word. Amen.

To Ponder

Are you taking the time to invest your life in teaching someone God’s truths?

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