Sermons on 2 Kings 2:23-25:

Can God Still Use Me After I've Gotten Off To A Shaky Start?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 12, 2004

The beginning of Elisha’s solo ministry provides some insights into the mistakes that many of us make early in our walk with God.

- vv. 23-25. - This is simply a problem passage. It’s very difficult to explain - it seems so unnecessary and unbecoming to a prophet, especially when you compare Jesus’ statements on forgiveness. - How do we make sense of it? KEY THOUGHT: God works through imperfect people. - The tendency ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

Test That Tell Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Jul 13, 2002

Would Elisha passed the test to be used of God as a channel of Grace?

Dark Times: Test that Tell the Life and times of Elisha Elisha came on the scene in a day that was an extension of Elijah’s time. Northern Kingdom living; 1. INDEPENDENT LIVING; As we alluded to last week a time when the God of the Word and the Word of God was held in disrespect. No dependence ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, 2 Kings 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Sins Of The Fathers

Contributed by James May on Dec 5, 2004

What we are teaching our children will determine their eternal future, for good or for evil.

Sins of the Fathers by Pastor Jim May 2 Kings 2:19-24, "And the men of the city said unto Elisha, Behold, I pray thee, the situation of this city is pleasant, as my lord seeth: but the water is naught, and the ground barren. And he said, Bring me a new cruse, and put salt therein. And they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Staying In Your Lane Part 2

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 25, 2007

This sermon is a sermon for children, teenagers, or young adults which speaks of honoring your parents or the adults that have authority over you. God honors obedience in us.

Introduction: Remembering back to when I was taking Driver Education at the Baltimore City College, I can’t help but remember what the instructor would always tell us. When you are driving you should always stay in your lane. Whenever you are ready to change lanes, always put on your signal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

"Elijah's Mantle - Who Will Pick Up Elijah's Mantle"

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 31, 2008

God wants to do greater things in every generation then what was done in the previous one however someone needs to pick up the mantle and take it to another lever.

“Elijah’s Mantle” “Who will pick up Elijah’s Mantle” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. 2nd Kings 2 We find here a miraculous part of history. It is the story of Elijah being taken up into glory on one of God’s fiery chariots and the transference of power and authority from one generation to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-25

Denomination: Apostolic

Relationship Busters Pt.4 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Apr 3, 2008

Today we’re talking about the 4th pillar of unhealthy relationships, disrespect

INTRO: Two men were golfing together near a cemetery. While the one man was preparing to putt, a hearse turned into the cemetery. He immediately looked up, dropped his putter, removed his cap and bowed his head. After a couple of minutes he returned his attention to golf. When the two men returned ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Elisha Goes Solo Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 9, 2017

It can be difficult to represent God to others, but if we have a heart to serve and the empowerment of the Spirit, we can faithfully serve God.

Elisha Goes Solo (2 Kings 2) 1. Some people with important jobs end up doing a lot of things that are quite trite. 2. Take police officers, some real calls via Reader’s Digest: From the police blotter, ?or, what a beat cop deals with ?every day: • A deputy responded to a report ?of a vehicle ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Mercy And Judgement Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

It teaches how the life of Elisha is applicable to us

2 Kings 2: 19 - 25 - the third sermon on the life of Elisha Below is the outline of the sermon, I preached on 18 September 2011 at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey: We are continuing the occasional sermon series on Elisha (‘God saves’). The second narrative of the two , in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Boys, Bears And Baldness Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 19, 2013

Elisha teaches us the importance of respecting divine authority

September 15, 2013 Weird Stories in the Bible Boys, Bears and Baldness 2 Kings 2:23-25 Opening words: Today, I begin a new six part sermon series, Weird Stories in the Bible. Before I begin, I will admit two things. First, I will admit I have not selected these pieces of scripture. They were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-25

Denomination: Methodist

Pass The Baton Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 28, 2012

Why does God allow horrible things happen to innocent people? How often do people ask why would God do that or allow that to happen if He’s a loving God? I am going to do my best to answer those questions today, but I want to work through more of the stor

A three year old gets shot and killed in a gang crossfire. A six year old gets Leukemia and dies after a couple years of awful treatment. A loving mother of five gets hit and killed by a drunk driver. In the Bible Ananias and Sapphira get struck dead for lying in the book of Acts. Uzzah gets struck ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-25

Touch Not My Anointed!

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

God has always placed a divine covering over His anointed ones—those He has set apart for His purpose. From the patriarchs to the prophets, and now to every believer in Christ, God's protection remains steadfast.

TOUCH NOT MY ANOINTED! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 105:15 "Do not touch my anointed ones; do my prophets no harm." Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 16:22, Isaiah 54:17, Zechariah 2:8, Romans 8:31, 2 Kings 2:23-24 INTRODUCTION: God has always placed a divine covering over ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:15, 1 Chronicles 16:22, Isaiah 54:17, Zechariah 2:8, Romans 8:31, 2 Kings 2:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Despising God’s Servants Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

This passage reminds us that God is not passive when His servants are dishonoured. Elisha had just begun his ministry, and heaven made it clear that no one was to mock what God had ordained.

THE DANGER OF DESPISING GOD’S SERVANTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 2:23-25 Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 16:22; Psalm 105:15; Galatians 6:7; Matthew 18:6; Hebrews 13:17 INTRODUCTION: After Elisha received the mantle from Elijah and confirmed the prophetic transfer by parting the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 29 – We Look At Mocking And Then Move To Recompense Against Mocking And Sin. All Nations Gathered Against Israel- Chapter 3:63-64 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 31, 2025

Not one iota of injustice will go unpunished. God will recompense according to deeds done. This message looks at mocking and Jeremiah’s life and the time when all the nations of earth gather against Israel to try to destroy it. The Battle of Armageddon and the Second Coming.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 29 – WE LOOK AT MOCKING AND THEN MOVE TO RECOMPENSE AGAINST MOCKING AND SIN. ALL NATIONS GATHERED AGAINST ISRAEL- CHAPTER 3:63-64 Lamentations has been our focus as we see the heart-breaking conditions of the survivors of the Babylonian destruction. We also get ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:63, Genesis 12:2-3, Zechariah 14:1-4, Zechariah 12:2-4, Acts 1:11, Revelation 16:13-14, Matthew 20:19, Luke 18:32-34, Matthew 27:29, Matthew 27:41, Luke 22:63, Psalm 69:11-12, Lamentations 3:64, Genesis 3:3, Romans 6:23, 2 Kings 2:23-24, Psalm 28:4-5, Jeremiah 18:22-23, Jeremiah 20:12, Jeremiah 25:14, 2 Corinthians 11:15, Revelation 20:12-13, Joel 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go Forward

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 24, 2025

To go forward means to proceed or continue. My prayer for you is that you will successfully put to use all the tools that the Lord has given you to go forward and reach your destination in life, in Jesus’ name.

Every goal in life is ahead of us, and we need to go forward to reach, attain, or obtain it. Remember the word of God affirms that God’s divine power has given us everything that pertains to life … (2 Peter 1:3). Now, let’s see how Prophet Elisha depicts how to go forward in life: Elisha (2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-25, 2 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Elisha And The Two Bears Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 14, 2020

Elisha was a prophet not to be trifled with

Elisha and the Two Bears 2 Kings 2:23-25 A husband and wife who work for the circus go to an adoption agency. Social workers there raise doubts about their suitability. The couple produces photos of their 50-foot motor home, which is clean and well maintained ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-25

Denomination: Baptist