-Isaiah 43:2
Summary of Isaiah chapter 43:
The contents of this chapter are looking at the release of the Jews out of their captivity, but looking through that, and beyond that, to the great work of man’s redemption by Jesus Christ, and the grace of the gospel, which through him believers partake of. Here are,
1. Precious promises made to God’s people in their affliction, of his presence with them, for their support under it, and their deliverance out of it, Isaiah 43:1-7.
2. A challenge to idols to vie with the omniscience and omnipotence of God, Isaiah 43:8-13.
3. Encouragement given to the people of God to hope for their deliverance out of Babylon, from the consideration of what God did for their fathers when he brought them out of Egypt, Isaiah 43:14-21.
4. A method taken to prepare the people for their deliverance, by putting them in mind of their sins, by which they had provoked God to send them into captivity and continue them there, that they might repent and seek to God for pardoning mercy, Isaiah 43:22-28.
Today’s Verse:
Through any potential obstacle, God will be with us. Deep waters?He will be with us. Must you walk through the fire? Then you shall not be burned. When God is with us, He is for us, and who can be against us?
Israel had and would have their trials, but we have ours also. Trials are inevitable; it doesn’t say if you pass through the waters, it says “when you pass through the waters”. The text doesn’t say, “When you walk on a luxurious padded carpet, I will be with you.” It says God will be with us in the toughest of circumstances. Trials are varied; sometimes we face ‘waters’, sometimes ‘rivers’, and sometimes ‘fire. Floods overwhelm, fires consume.
We don’t have to panic, we don’t have to fear, and we don’t have to run as if we didn’t trust God. He can so strengthen us in our trials that we can walk through the fire.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for another blessed day for me. Thanks for the job you have gave me. I pray you to continue to guide me in my job and bless my colleagues and company.
Oh Lord, I continue to pray for my brothers and sisters who are trying for job. I pray that you would guide them as they continue on this job hunting journey. May they focus first on your will for our lives, putting your desires and your plan above their own wishes and wants.
Open doors to new opportunities that you desire for them, and equip them with the skills, knowledge, and wisdom they need to take steps forward in this process.
As they craft my resume, write cover letters, submit their applications, connect with new companies and potential employers, and go on interviews, give them the words to speak and the courage to share who they are and what they can do.
Give them confidence that can only come from you,and give them humility too. In the name of Jesus, Amen.