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like Elijah before him, and even the mother herself (2 Kings 4:37), such posture clearly demonstrates humility. That said, nothing will ever display humility like that of Jesus on the cross. As Scripture says, “Being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to death on a cross” (Philippians 2:8).Yet, while Elisha carried out this prayer session behind closed doors, Jesus, beaten, battered, and bruised, hung there publicly for hours and died for all to see. Successful- JohnWesley said, “God does nothing except in re sponse to prayer.”While some might take issue with this statement, it certainly proved to be true here. Following the prayer, “The boy sneezed seven times and opened his eyes” (2 Kings 4:37). Unlike Gehazi, who received no response to his effort, Elisha, with God’s help, was able to restore life to the boy. This provided even further proof of his authenticity as a true prophet and faithful man of God.There you have it.Two servants compared and contrasted.Who, of the two, are you?

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