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“I wish that my master [Naaman] were with the prophet in Samaria! Then he [Elisha] would heal him of leprosy” (2 Kings 5:3 Amp)
Recorded in second Kings, about twenty words convey all we know of a nameless girl. It was during a Syrian raid that she was stolen from Israel. No doubt she was homesick and vulnerable to their exploits. Amid this life-changing tragedy, the young slave recalled godly teachings from childhood. Soon, her passion for God overflowed into the lives of her masters, Naaman and his wife. Like a flower unfolding, she graciously served them, harboring no animosity. Apparently, the young maid befriended Naaman’s wife, because she learned of his incurable leprosy. In a word: hopeless.
Within that atmosphere, one might wonder how an insignificant handmaiden could influence her overseers. But she did. Having already practiced ‘thanksgiving’ in a foreign land, the young lass’s joy proved contagious. Additionally, she told her mistress about Elisha, Israel’s miracle-worker. Rarely, do we find so great a faith. Before long, Naaman himself believed. Following Elisha’s instructions, dipping in Jordan’s river seven times. That very hour, Naaman was healed both physically and spiritually, returning to Syria a changed man. Once an idol-worshiper, now a servant of God, Naaman embraced his new beginning.
At times, we may feel invisible, unimportant or unwanted. However, despite our backstories, we can have a lasting impact on others. Consider if you will, how these tiny starts rendered monumental outcomes: a shepherd’s slingshot, a few fishes and loaves, Moses' rod, a mustard seed, Rahab’s scarlet rope, a widow’s mite, a grain of wheat, the Babe in a manger….
Father, Help us believe like the Israelite slave-girl. Remembering that “little is much” with Your enablement. Amen.
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