In a time of severe famine in Samaria, God promised through the prophet Elisha that food would become plentiful and affordable. The Arameans, who had besieged the city, fled in fear, leaving behind their camp full of supplies. The people of Samaria, desperate and starving, went out and plundered the abandoned camp, finding an unexpected bounty. This event fulfilled Elisha's prophecy that food would be sold at a low price, demonstrating God's ability to provide for His people in miraculous ways. The story illustrates the power of faith and the importance of trusting in God's promises, even when circumstances seem bleak. It also shows how God can orchestrate events beyond human understanding to bring about His purposes. This narrative encourages believers to hold onto hope and trust in God's timing and provision, reminding them that He is always in control, even in the most challenging situations.
Then the people went out and plundered the camp of the Arameans. So a seah of the finest flour sold for a shekel, and two seahs of barley sold for a shekel, as the LORD had said.
2 Kings 7:16
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