Read 2 Kings 6:8-17

There a certain pictures at which if a person stares long enough, another hidden picture can be seen within the original picture. These pictures, called 3-D stereograms, are multi-dimensional, computer generated, graphic images that contain hidden images and text. These unusual pictures are a good example of how God works according to a bigger spritual picture in the life of His followers.

In this passage, the Aramite army had surrounded the city of Dothan overnight. Elisha asked God to allow his servant to see what is really happening in the spiritual realm around them.

And Elisha prayed, “Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.” Then the Lord opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. 2 Kings 6:17 NIV

Even though the Aramites appeared to have the advantage of surprise, the spiritual army of God was protecting the city. In the same way, God is watching over your life in ways you will never fully know.

How does it make you feel to know that God is working in your life in ways that you cannot see?

How do you think you would react if God opened your eyes to see like He opened the eyes of Elisha’s servant?

Dear God, open my eyes to see how You are working in powerful ways in my life. Open my heart to trust that You know what’s best and to have the courage to follow where You lead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

(This devotion first appeared in the periodical Take 5 Plus.)