Ep. 133: Shunammite Woman
Elisha traveled to a town called Shunem. A prominent woman provided a meal for him. She then gave him an invitation to eat at their home whenever he was in their town.
Ep. 132: Oil, Stew, Bread and an Ax
Elisha was in charge of the school of the prophets. There are several miracles associated with that group of young men.
Ep. 131: Ditches of Water
For many years, Moab was controlled by Israel and paid them high taxes. When Ahab died, the king of Moab refused to pay Israel any more taxes.
Ep. 130: Elijah in the Whirlwind
The time came for the Lord to take Elijah to heaven. So the old prophet said to Elisha, “Stay here. The Lord is sending me to Bethel.” Elisha said, “As sure as the Lord lives, I won’t leave you.” So they went to Bethel.
Ep. 129: Captain of 50
After Ahab died, his son Ahaziah became king of Israel. A short time later, he broke through a wooden rail and fell to the ground from the second floor of his house. His was seriously injured, so he said to his servants. “Go ask the god Baal-zebub if I’ll recover from this.”
Ep. 128: Jehoshaphat’s Victory
Jehoshaphat was 35 years old when he became king of Judah. He ruled for 25 years. He set up an educational system, established justice in the land, and reformed the legal system.
Ep. 127: Jehoshaphat and Ahab
After Asa died, his son Jehoshaphat became king of Judah. The Lord was with him, and he followed the example of King David.
Ep. 126: Naboth’s Vineyard
In the town of Jezreel, a man named Naboth owned a vineyard next to the palace of King Ahab. The king told Naboth he wanted to buy the vineyard and make it into a vegetable garden. He said, “I’ll pay you full value in silver, or if you prefer, I’ll give you a better vineyard…
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Ep. 125: The Wounded Prophet
The king of Syria invaded Israel and marched his army against Samaria. He sent a message to King Ahab saying, “Give me your silver and gold. I also want your wives and sons.”
Ep. 124: Elijah on Mount Horeb
Ahab told Jezebel what Elijah had done on Mount Carmel. He told her how all the prophets of Baal had been killed. Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah. She said, “I am going to kill you! Mark my word. You’ll be dead before tomorrow night.”