VII.As we come to the prophet’s words today, notice what is said about “the children.” What was the source of their protection? VIII.Isaiah 49:18-23 (New Revised Standard Version) Lift up your eyes all around and see;they all gather, they come … Continue reading
IV.Once again notice the beginning and ending words of this passage – “Lift up your eyes all around and see …Then you will know that I am the Lord;those who wait for me shall not be put to shame.” It … Continue reading
I.Notice how this week’s Scripture focus begins and ends … “Lift up your eyes all around and see … Then you will know that I am the Lord; those who wait for me shall not be put to shame.” The … Continue reading
VII.The prophet tells the people – “For the Lord has comforted his people,and will have compassion on his suffering ones.” What words of comfort stand out to you the clearest? VIII.Isaiah 49:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version) Listen to me, O … Continue reading
IV.As you listen to both the words of the servant and the words of The Lord do you find anything in the spirit and work of the servant you can identify with? V.Isaiah 49:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version) Listen to … Continue reading
VII.Two questions for today. What “path” does the prophet send his words describing? Does the prophet give any hope in these words? VIII.Isaiah 47:10-15 (New Revised Standard Version) You felt secure in your wickedness;you said, “No one sees me.”Your wisdom … Continue reading
IV.The passage ends with, “… there is no one to save you.” Let’s take that as our lens through which to read Isaiah’s words and take notice of what or who the people might need “saving” from. V.Isaiah 47:10-15 (New … Continue reading
I.With this week’s reflections we begin hearing a number of Scriptures with the overarching theme of “New Creation.” However, these words from Isaiah seem far from sounding a note about “new creation.” Does it strike you that way? This week … Continue reading
VII.As we return to Paul’s words, notice his claim that if we are “guided by the Spirit” we should “… not become conceited, competing against one another, envying one another.” Let’s hear Paul speaking to us once more and pay … Continue reading
IV.There is no denying that Paul sets up for us a decisive contrast between “Spirit desires” and “desires of the flesh.” I trust as we spend time listening to Paul, we do so with a discerning spirit that not does … Continue reading