The account of the widow and the prophet Elisha in 2 kings 4: 1 -7 brings to light certain life lessons. In this account, we read of a woman whose opening remark and initial response to the questions asked were evident of dread, but even though her situation was dire, she was truthful to add to the latter part of her answer what actually remained, by saying, “ except a little oil.” This statement from the widowed woman led to a series of events that brings to light the following lessons, and I believe that anyone could benefit from them. 1. Obedience to Godly Instruction The scriptures have shown us that disobedience has dire consequences. This can be seen from the fall of man in Genesis 3 as well as in other books of the Bible. But in most scriptures we’ve also been shown that there are benefits for those who obey Godly instructions and the former is a consequence of not obeying the instructions given. Now, I believe she was aware of this, for she was once t