Elisha's physical miracle is a lesson in spiritual engagement
Elisha is tracked down and sets about restoration
Instead of grief we see calm faith and purposeful action
Elisha's unlikely promise proves true
Hospitality, discernment and quiet generosity mark this week's subject.
A divided heart will lead to undivided loneliness.
David's "humiliation" leads to honor. Michal's indignation leads to loss
Michal tears a strip of David for failing to act regaly
Michal observes the celebration objectively, and David, critically.
Israel is chastened to celebrate the sacred before the spectacle.
Paltiel's grief and the beginning of the ark's procession
Michal is used as a political pawn again and again
