2 Kings 1 [The Message]

One of the clearest examples of Elijah’s power with God is the story recorded in this chapter. Ahab’s son, Ahaziah, was king of Israel. He had fallen off a balcony and was on his sickbed. Avoiding God’s counsel, he sent a war troop to inquire of Baalzebub, the idol god of Ekron, whether he would live or die. God told Elijah to intercept them and give him the bad news, “You’re gonna’ die.” Infuriated, Ahaziah sent another war troop to being Elijah back to him.

Seeing them coming, Elijah cried out, “If I be a man of God, let fire come down from Heaven and consume you.” ZAP! It happened. Elijah was clearly known for calling fire down from Heaven.

Mind you, neither God nor His prophets take pleasure in zapping adversaries. But, He defends His Holy Name and so should we.

Our Father in Heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name.