What special group of young men did Elijah wish to visit?
the sons of the prophets
Who told Elisha that the Lord was going to take Elijah away today?
The company of Prophets from Bethel
What appeared and separated Elijah and Elisha?
A chariot of fire and horses of fire.
What did Elisha tell Elijah when he was told to stay and not go with him?
I will not leave you.
Where were the company of Prophets from?
Bethel
What happened when Elijah rolled up his cloak and struck the water with it?
The water parted, and they crossed over on dry ground.
Why did Elisha insist on going with Elijah on that day?
He knew that Elijah would go to heaven that day.
How many prophets stood and watched Elijah and Elisha at the River Jordan?
50
When Elijah asked Elisha what he could do for him, what did Elisha request?
a double portion of Gods Spirit
In our story today, to what town were Elijah and Elisha on their way?
Gilgal
How did God take Elijah to heaven?
He went up to heaven in a whirlwind.
Why did Elisha ask for a double portion of God's Spirit?
He knew that he could not do the work of a prophet in his own strength. He needed to have God's power to be successful.
Did Elisha want the prophets to look for Elijah?
No. He told them not to look.
What did Elisha say when Elijah was taken away?
My father, My father!
To what river did the Lord send Elijah?
The Jordan?
After Elisha came back without Elijah, what did the prophets want to do?
Look for Elijah
What did Elisha tear in two after he saw Elijah being taken up to Heaven?
Elijah's cloak
How long did the prophets search for Elijah?
three days
Elisha asked a question about God when he picked up Elijah's cloak. What was it?
Where is the Lord, the God of Elijah?
Where was the Lord going to take Elijah?
To Heaven