A delegation from Jericho visited Elisha. “We have a problem…The water is bad” they told him. “Bring me a new bowl filled with salt.” Then he went out to the city well and threw the salt in and declared, “The Lord has healed these water” … And sure enough! The water was purified…
2 Kings 2:19-22
Questions for Life Groups
- Read 2 Kings 2:19-22 and Luke 19:1-10. What are some ideas that come to mind when you think about salt as a symbol or metaphor? Why do you think Zacchaeus was so set on seeing Jesus walk by? In what ways does Zacchaeus represent you? In what ways do you feel a common bond with the people of Jericho in dealing with Flint’s water problems?
- Read this week’s articles titled Bottled water. Do you believe that it’s better to give than receive? Explain. Are you satisfied? Why or why not? What gives you satisfaction? Google happiest countries and read about some of the countries who ranked the highest. What did you learn that may help our community? What are your gifts? How do you use the?
- How can the members of your group help you this week and on-going to help you to be more receptive to hearing and understanding the Word of God? Pray for each other to have the Holy Spirit bless you with more courage.