The historical conflicts between Syria and Israel set the stage for this new story about Elisha. The king of Syria cannot attack Israel because Elisha warns the king of Israel about his plans. He sends an army to capture the prophet, but with God’s help, the prophet defeats the Syrian army and brings them to Samaria, Israel’s capital. Against all odds, the prophet instructs the king of Israel to feed these men so they can return home, and the king complies. Elisha does not serve the king, but works for peace. While the kings face each other with their armies, the prophet faces them both with one tool: faith, trusting that only through God can conflicts be resolved.