Therefore my loins are filled with anguish; pangs have seized me, like the pangs of a woman in labor; I am bowed down so that I cannot hear; I am dismayed so that I cannot see. My heart staggers; horror has appalled me; the twilight I longed for has been turned for me into trembling. Isaiah 21:3-4
I continue my deep dive of Isaiah, based on the Precept Upon Precept study series. Today, on Lesson 8, Day 2, the focus is on Isaiah 21 where the study focuses on how God's people sought alliances and refuge from Babylon and its allies but unfortunately, Isaiah warns that these earthly kingdoms will fall and that faith in God is what He seeks (see also post yesterday). Of course there is a broader implication for believers of today that earthly kingdoms rise and fall, but our provision and protection will not come from an earthly kingdom but from Jesus - the One True God. Another key takeaway is how Isaiah mourns for those who will suffer.
Similarly, Paul shares his anguish over unbelieving Jews in Romans 9:2-5 and I am reminded that such anguish should move us to snatch others from the fire (share the gospel per Jude 1:22-23).
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My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God who loves me and who has saved me - softening my heart and making my one of Your elect. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of such a blessing - I fail to share the Good News as You command me to...please forgive me Jesus! Help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
