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How do we know the calling of Elisha is significant?

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Elisha's call signifies a divine choice, illustrating the importance of God's sovereignty in appointing leaders for His people.

The significance of Elisha's calling lies in the sovereign act of God choosing him to succeed Elijah, which is a pattern throughout Scripture. This selection emphasizes that God does not choose based on human standards but according to His divine purposes and wisdom. The unique record of Elisha’s anointing underlines the importance of being divinely appointed to serve in God's work, as seen in passages like Deuteronomy 21:17, which speaks to the double portion belonging to the firstborn, symbolizing Elisha’s role as more than a mere successor but as the one who would carry forward Elijah's prophetic mission.
Scripture References: 1 Kings 19:16, Deuteronomy 21:17

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His Call
Arthur W. Pink · Nov 26, 2011
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