Bible imagery - a chariot of fire

One of my favorite forms of imagery of the Bible was Elijah’s chariot of fire coming to take him home to God. The chariot’s wheels burning green with a heavenly fire streaking across the blue sky as Elisha was crying upward for Elijah to give him his mantle and a double portion of his spirit. I remember departing the mission field and feeling the missionary mantle leave me. I felt all alone. I longed to receive that mantle again. It served me well, helping me to love people and trust that God could help them. I wanted to be a part of God’s great work again. Jesus said that he will remain near us during the day of wrath for those he desire to repent. Christ is near us. He is here for all mankind. Jesus can show compassion upon us.