Sermon

Elijah’s Ascension: A Divine Departure and Legacy

2 Kings 2:1–18

December 6, 2008 | Joel R. Beeke

Joel R. Beeke explores the narrative of Elijah’s ascension in 2 Kings 2:1–18. He highlights the significance of Elijah’s departure, focusing on themes of God’s sovereignty, the prophetic ministry’s continuity, and the transfer of Elijah’s prophetic mantle to Elisha. Beeke encourages believers to reflect on God’s power and faithfulness, as well as the importance of spiritual legacy.

Joel R. Beeke serves as president and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, and pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is the author or co-author of more than 100 books, editor of another 100 volumes, and has just finished writing the final volume, with Paul Smalley, of Reformed Systematic Theology (4 vols.; Crossway).