In 2 Kings 4:10, the Scripture tells us, "Why don't we build him a small room on the flat roof of our house? We can put a bed, a table and a chair, and an old lamp in it. Then, whenever he comes, he can stay with us."
These words tell us of a woman who befriended Elisha because of her respect and love for the prophet of long ago by preparing a room on the roof of her house in anticipation of his visits.
Jerry and I converted an old ramshackle cottage into a wonderful home some years ago, which was located on the St. Croix River, the divider between Minnesota and Wisconsin. We were able to add a gabled roof, creating a second floor with two small bedrooms and a bath. All of our children were grown and gone; two were married with homes of their own.
A very good friend whom we had for dinner in the city many times, and was our assistant pastor at our church, happened to be a single, gay man who had no family near. He was a wonderfully talented musician who played the piano and sang like Sinatra. As he was saddened by our move to the river and our changing churches, we decided to call one of our upstairs rooms "Richard's Room." He was delighted and came often for R &R on that wonderful river. This blessing came to us and others--all because of reading about Elisha's room!
God, thank you for the blessing of your Word and the stories of your prophets of old that gives energy to our lives in these more modern times. And bless Richard and our friendship today as I once again enjoy this memory. Amen.
Oh, how I love that river! Do you have a favorite place in your memory? Thank God for it!
Jo INMN
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