“Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit” 2 Kings 2:9

2 Kings 2:9

New International Version (NIV)

⁹ When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, “Tell me, what can I do for you before I am taken from you?”

“Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit,” Elisha replied.

 

 

 

God granted Elisha's request because Elisha's motives were pure. his main goal was not to be better or more powerful than Elijah, but to accomplish more for God. If our motives are pure, we don't have to be afraid to ask great things from God. When we ask God for great power or ability, we need to examine our desires and get rid of any selfishness we find. To have the Holy Spirit's help, we must be willing to ask.

Joe