2 Kings 4:16
“And he said, About this season, according to the time of life, thou shalt embrace a son. And she said, Nay, my lord, thou man of God, do not lie unto thine handmaid.”

What does 2 Kings 4:16 mean?
2 Kings 4:16 (KJV) reads, "And he said, About this season, according to the time of life, thou shalt embrace a son. And she said, Nay, my lord, thou man of God, do not lie unto thine handmaid." This verse is found in the Old Testament and is part of the story of Elisha, who was…
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In 2 Kings 4:16, we encounter a pivotal moment in the life of a notable Shunammite woman: "And he said, About this season, according to the time of life, thou shalt embrace a son. And she said, Nay, my lord, thou man of God, do not lie unto thine handmaid." This verse not only…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Expectation and Faith
Dear Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts filled with reverence, thankfulness, and expectation, reflecting on the profound message found in 2 Kings 4:16—"And he said, About this season, according to the time of life, thou shalt embrace a son. And she said, Nay…
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