Sometimes it’s hard to have vision when you’re surrounded by difficulties on every side, but that’s why faith is critical to our journeys as believers.
Just look at the story of Gehazi, Elisha’s servant, in the book of 2 Kings 6:11-19 (NASB). The king of Aram was intent on capturing Elisha, so he sent “horses and chariots and a great army” to surround the city where the prophet Elisha dwelt (v. 14).
Elisha’s servant was terrified by the spectacle of this mighty force. “Alas, my master!” he cried in alarm. “What shall we do?” (v. 15).
Based on human understanding, it was a perfectly logical question. They were clearly outnumbered. Yet Elisha saw an entirely different picture – made possible by his faith-filled perspective. “Do not fear,” he told his servant, “for those who are with us are more than those who are with them” (v. 16). Then Elisha looked to God and prayed:
“O Lord, I pray, open his eyes that he may see.” And the Lord opened the servant’s eyes and he saw; and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha (v. 17).
Can you imagine this moment? God opened Gehazi’s eyes, so he could see the true reality of His protection and blessings. God knew that unless Gehazi had a new perspective of victory and faith, he would allow fear and hopelessness to take root in His heart.
God wants to give you that same perspective as well. Remember, only the Spirit of God can open the eyes of faith. God wants you to see the all-surpassing greatness of His power available on your behalf.
He wants to open your spiritual eyes, so you can trust Him in every situation.
Roone Acree
~Christ Fellowship