The Importance of Encouragement in Life - 2 Kings 6:8-23
2 key examples here:
• Servant – seeks out an encourager
• Elisha – accepts the responsibility to be an encourager
BOTH must reach out!
Causes of Life Crises/Trouble
Living in a fallen world (v 8)
B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)
C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation
True Biblical Encouragement
A. Living in a fallen world (v 8)
B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)
C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation
A. pointed him to God
A. Living in a fallen world (v 8)
B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)
C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation
B. reminder of God’s protection in the battle
A. Living in a fallen world (v 8)
B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)
C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation
C. mature spiritual mentor
What it feels like to be in trouble
Fear - “Alas”
No answers- “surrounding the city with chariots”
No hope- “what shall we do?”
How to recognize an encourager
Deep faith-based strength – calm, focused on God
Concern for those around him – no rebuke, teaches
Prayer – v 17 – Ephesians 3: 14-19
The Importance of Encouragement in Life - 2 Kings 6:8-23
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