Since returning from another amazing trip to Israel a few weeks ago, I thought it would be good to once again read through the prophet Isaiah. It’s so rich with visions of hope for the children of God and, yes, warnings about the future.
Today’s passages are filled with great promises!
“The Lord gives perfect peace to those whose faith is firm. So always trust the Lord because he is forever our mighty rock.”
Isaiah 26:3-4 CEV
You see that? “Perfect peace.” Ah… “Mighty Rock!”
Then there’s this encouraging word to persevere:
“People with their minds set on you, you keep completely whole, Steady on their feet, because they keep at it and don’t quit. Depend on God and keep at it because in the Lord God you have a sure thing.”
Isaiah 26:4-5 MSG
Two times he says “keep at it.” We must keep our minds set on God and our eyes fixed on Jesus (Hebrews 12:2). How many misunderstandings would we avoid if we kept our minds on the things that matter most to God instead of those things that matter most to us?
For those facing trials, there’s this:
“Our Lord, you always do right, and you make the path smooth for those who obey you. You are the one we trust to bring about justice; above all else we want your name to be honored.”
Isaiah 26:7-8 CEV
Finally, can this be our prayer?
“Who you are and what you’ve done are all we’ll ever want.”
Isaiah 26:8 MSG
Can we be content in God alone? I believe when we seek Him with all our heart, we’ll always find His peace. Even today.
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