1. The Church has traditionally understood Baptism as a naming Sacrament. It reminds us of our new baptismal identity.
  2. The amount of Messianic/Christological connections in this account is stunning. This is an excellent Old Testament text with which to begin Lent!
  3. Elijah crosses over the Jordan to be taken into Heaven. Later, Elisha will cross the Jordan again into the Promised Land.
  4. Even though it may appear otherwise, the LORD has power over all things, Heaven and Earth, and He has and will use that power to save His people.
  5. Christ is not only the fulfillment of the prophetic line, but He is also the NEW Moses.

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