Isaiah 58- Fasting

 

Lord, you ask us to trust You even when stopping our work for sabbath or fasting.  Strengthen my faith in Your ability to provide, protect and restore me…May I rely only on you!

Isaiah 57- Humble Healing

 

The first half of this chapter talk about false worship and chasing after things that make us feel good…even though they are destroying us.  Then it shifts to remind us that even if we do good things, they do t save us…it is only Gods mercy and grace that we can enter His peace.  This comes to us as we seek Him in humility…our awareness that we need Him is the beginning of healing, restoration and peace.  Lord, help me to live humbly before You!

Isaiah 56- Sabbath Observed

 

Three times in 6 verses God says that a sign of obedience is keeping the Sabbath.  Why is this observance minimized today?  Lord, give me wisdom to know and follow what You want me to do.

Isaiah 55- Sovereign Word

 

What a fantastic reminder of Gods sovereignty, power, purpose and will.  When God speaks the desired outcome is accomplished.  Whether that is bringing a universe into existence or drawing the unbeliever…at times this seems equally impossible…yet it is simple for our God!

Lord, grant me faith to trust you are at work changing me, and drawing those I love toward Your grace, mercy, love and peace!

Isaiah 54- Lovingkindness & Compassion

 

His passage is so powerful in describing the character of God.  It is hard to imagine how our culture can zero in on in on some Old Testament passages and declare God to be angry and vengeful…although there are passages where that can be seen, it is always after chapters and books of His patience, kindness and compassion…

Lord, thank you for Your compassion & lovingkindness!  We would be hopeless without it…help me to live in light of who You are!

Isaiah 53- Died for Me

 

Lord, Your plan was and is incredible, surprising and perfect.  That You would sen Jesus, Your Son, to take my place and that of every believer…is nearly incomprehensible.  Never has there been a demonstration of love more obvious than Your plan.  I am in awe of You!

Help me to live a life that brings You glory!

Isaiah 52- Protected & Known

 

Salvation comes only by the hand of God, through Jesus.  Gods presence and protection are one and the same for His children.

Lord, allow me to recognize your presence even when I am facing trials or experiencing fear of the future.