Clothed with humility (1Peter 3:3-4); as pride is the primary and base sin (1Timothy 3:6), so humility can be seen as the primary and base virtue (Proverbs 15:33).
This chapter has four examples of God using His prophet Elisha to provide for the needs of His people. They are illustrations for us to show us the wonderful supply that God gives to those who are His own.
Solomon had it all and lost much of it before his death and even more afterwards. Will you allow your love of the things of the world to draw you away from God as the years go by?
Samuel’s rule as judge was not without its problems. His sons fell short of Samuel’s example and the people demanded a king.
Our death to sin is twofold. We are to be dead to sin but alive unto God. This lesson gives God's way to live a victorious life in the power of God.
