“Elisha
the son of Shaphat is here, who poured water on the hands of Elijah.” (v.11)
What
did Jehoram's servant mean when he said that Elisha "poured water on the
hands of Elijah?” I believe that it was a way of saying that Elisha had been
Elijah's servant. Before Elisha became God's spokesman, he had humbly served in
Elijah's shadow.
This
is a great reminder to all of us that, no service is to small when it's for the
Lord. Yes Elisha was a prophet but, rank, position, or title, are not
nearly as important as being willing to serve wherever the Lord places you,
even if it’s “pouring water.” Therefore, do it well – that someday you may
hear, “Well done my good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of the LORD.”
The
Truth
“And
whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that
from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance...”
(Colossians
3:23-24)
