A little picture of a great truth in the Bible, that because Israel turned away from God — in spite of all His mercies — He has turned to the Gentiles. But a little maid (an Israelite) is used to bring a message to the Gentiles. Watch for four messages given to others in this great story.
V.1 Now Israel is in captivity and the Gentiles have been allowed the victory. In this beautiful story try and see for yourself how the “little maid” is so faithful and trusting. Never had such a miracle been performed before Luke 4:2727And many lepers were in Israel in the time of Eliseus the prophet; and none of them was cleansed, saving Naaman the Syrian. (Luke 4:27). Though while the message was being passed from one to another some told it incorrectly. Nevertheless, Naaman heard the true story later. His great pride is broken down, he washes, and his flesh becomes as the flesh of a “little child.” When we accept Christ as Savior, we are washed in His precious blood, then we are “born again” (Luke 18:1717Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein. (Luke 18:17)).
V.20-27 Material gain (the love of money) has spoiled many believers. When sin comes into he believer’s life he is soiled. Did you find the 8 messages in verses 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 13, and 22?