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Snow Day 01-25-26

Jan 25, 2026    Rev. Wayne Hokanson

What happens when we face circumstances completely beyond our control? This powerful message takes us into the heart of 2 Kings 4, where a desperate widow stands at the precipice of losing everything—including her two sons to creditors. Her husband, a faithful servant of God, has died, leaving her with crushing debt and no means of provision. In ancient times, there was no safety net, no insurance, no pension plan. She had nothing but a small jar of oil and a choice: would she cry out to God through His prophet Elisha? This story beautifully illustrates a profound truth we often forget—serving God doesn't exempt us from harsh circumstances, but it positions us to experience His supernatural provision. The widow's journey teaches us that God often uses what seems insignificant in our hands to accomplish the extraordinary. That small jar of oil, symbolic of the Holy Spirit's presence, became the catalyst for a miracle that exceeded anything she could have imagined. But here's the catch: she had to be obedient without complete understanding. When Elisha told her to gather empty jars from all her neighbors—not just a few—she faced a choice. Would she limit God's blessing by her limited faith, or would she dare to believe for more? The measure of our faith directly impacts the level of blessing and provision we receive. When we expect God to do what He has promised, when we organize our obedience and act on His word even when it seems strange, we position ourselves for miracles. The oil kept flowing until there were no more jars to fill. What if we approached our spiritual struggles with this same expectant faith?