2 Kings 5:1-20
PassageNaaman was a commander in the Syrian Military. The same Syrians who were arch enemies of the northern kingdom of Israel. When he contracted leprosy he listened to a young girl, who was a captive servant from Israel that trusted in God. She informed Naaman that there was a prophet in Israel who could cure him from his leprosy. She overcame her circumstances and proclaimed God with confidence to send Naaman.
Naaman also had a servant who guided him to listen to God’s word and see what He would do. Although the request seemed simple for such a large issue, Naaman complied and was cured.
We also looked at Elisha’s servant Gehazi, who was more focused on himself and what he could get, than being humble as Elisha instructed. His choice was self-centered, and not what God desired. When he returned to Elisha he received the penalty for his poor choice.
Are we able to listen to God even when the circumstances or situation seems hopeless? Are we able to simply obey, even when it does not make sense? We have a choice to make. Do we follow God’s leading or focus on our own desires?