2 Kings 13:1-25

Contents: Reign of Jehoahaz over Israel and his death. Accession of Jehoash and his death. Elisha's death and the miracle at his tomb.

Characters: God, Elisha, Jehoahaz, Jehoash, Hazael.

Conclusion: The slowness of God's processes against sinners must be construed to the honor of His mercy, not to the impeachment of His justice (2 Kings 13:23). It is of the Lord's mercies, that they are not consumed.

Key Word: Gracious, 2 Kings 13:23.

Strong Verses: 2 Kings 13:4; 2 Kings 13:23.

Striking Facts: 2 Kings 13:14. It is much to our spiritual advantage to attend the death beds of Christlike men that we might hear their last counsels.