When God Breaks The Siege Series

WHEN GOD BREAKS THE SIEGE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 2 Kings 6:24-7:20

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; Psalm 46:1-5; Jeremiah 32:27; Luke 1:37; Romans 8:28

INTRODUCTION:

This passage describes one of the darkest times in Israel’s history—a severe famine caused by the siege of Samaria by the Syrian army. The situation became so desperate that people resorted to cannibalism. In the midst of this hopelessness, the king blamed the prophet Elisha and sought to execute him, showing how leadership can often misdirect frustration during national crises.

Yet, in that atmosphere of utter despair, a prophetic word came forth: “By this time tomorrow…” Elisha declared that God would turn things around supernaturally. Though one of the king’s officers doubted the word, God chose four leprous men—outcasts of society—to be instruments of divine deliverance. The siege was broken, provisions were released, and the prophecy was fulfilled exactly as declared. The doubting officer saw it but never partook of it.

This powerful account reveals that no siege is too strong for God to break. When He speaks, even the most impossible situation can be turned around in a day.

1. SIEGES BRING SUFFERING, BUT GOD IS STILL PRESENT

The famine in Samaria was horrific, yet God had not abandoned His people.

a) A siege represents a spiritual and physical blockade

No one could go in or out—resources were cut off (2 Kings 6:24).

b) Desperation can lead people into unthinkable behaviour

Mothers agreed to eat their own children (v.28–29).

c) Hard times often expose the hearts of leaders

The king blamed the prophet instead of seeking God.

d) The presence of famine does not mean the absence of God

He was about to speak and act in power.

Biblical Example: Israel groaned under Egyptian bondage, but God heard and delivered (Exodus 2:23-25).

2. THE WORD OF THE LORD IS THE KEY TO REVERSING IMPOSSIBILITIES

Elisha declared God’s word in the midst of hopelessness.

a) Divine turnaround begins with a spoken word

“Thus saith the LORD, Tomorrow about this time…” (2 Kings 7:1)

b) God’s word is not limited by economic conditions

He promised abundance in the midst of famine.

c) Every divine promise challenges human logic

The king’s officer scoffed, “Even if God opened windows in heaven…”

d) Doubt in God’s word brings disqualification from His miracles

He saw the provision but died before enjoying it (v.19–20).

Biblical Example: Zechariah doubted Gabriel's word and was struck mute (Luke 1:18-20).

3. GOD CAN USE THE MOST UNLIKELY PEOPLE TO BRING DELIVERANCE

Four lepers became instruments of national salvation.

a) Outcasts became the answer to the nation’s prayer

They said, “Why sit we here until we die?” (v.3)

b) Movement in faith opens the door to miracles

They took steps despite their condition and hopelessness.

c) God amplifies small steps when aligned with His plan

The Lord made the Syrians hear a great noise (v.6–7).

d) The marginalised became messengers of abundance

They informed the city and broke the siege.

Biblical Example: God used Rahab, a harlot, to deliver the spies and preserve a bloodline (Joshua 2:1-14).

4. GOD CREATES SUPERNATURAL ESCAPES FROM NATURAL SIEGES

The Syrian army fled, leaving behind supplies and wealth.

a) God knows how to turn panic into provision

The Syrians thought a massive army was coming (v.6).

b) Heaven can cause confusion in the enemy’s camp

The noise of chariots and horses was God’s strategy.

c) Divine intervention often involves no human weapon

No fight was needed—just obedience and faith.

d) What was meant for destruction became the doorway to abundance

The city that was starving had more than enough.

Biblical Example: When Paul and Silas prayed, the prison doors opened without human help (Acts 16:25-26).

5. BELIEVING GOD’S WORD POSITIONS YOU FOR THE FULFILMENT

The doubting officer missed out on the miracle.

a) Unbelief limits access to divine manifestation

He said, “It can’t happen,” and died at the city gate (v.17).

b) Faith gives you a place in what God is doing

The people rushed out and gathered abundance.

c) The fulfilment of prophecy proves God’s faithfulness

Everything Elisha said happened exactly.

d) We must not only hear the word—we must believe and act on it

Doubt cancels participation even when fulfilment is near.

Biblical Example: The ten spies doubted God’s promise and died in the wilderness (Numbers 14:36-37).

CONCLUSION:

The siege of Samaria shows us that God is never limited by natural circumstances, enemy blockades, or economic collapse. He can cause a turnaround in a single day. The key is faith in His word, willingness to act, and rejecting the temptation to doubt. Even when hope seems lost, heaven has a plan.

Never underestimate what God can do through the “least likely” people. The answer may come from a place no one expected. When God is ready to move, He will shake the enemy’s camp, break the siege, and bring restoration.