Reading for Today

Set some time aside; maybe 10 minutes each day for the next two days. Read Isaiah 53 using your Bible or the passage lookup tool: Passage Lookup. After reading the passage for today, click back and continue with the items below.   

Question:

Even though Israel is explicitly told why their leader, God’s servant, will not “look the part” of a conquering soldier (53:5-6), will anyone take it to heart (53:8)?

Amusing Story

Scroll to bottom at this Link for a short story titled “This is One Smart Dog”: Link

Actions or Responses:

The One God chose to give success in conquering all His enemies and set up His everlasting kingdom in the world did not “look the part” of a conquering soldier. That’s why we should always be alert and on the lookout for greatness. Pray for attention to detail; even to things unseen. Remember and be thankful for the One who died on the cross, rose on the third day, and gives us all the power of God to conquer even death.