My grandparents had a farm north of town. We would come to visit from a town about 2 hours away, and I would go to the farm with my dad and granddad. There was a spring fed creek that ran through the middle of the farm. Even through a long summer drought, there was water for the livestock to drink. 

Reading today in Isaiah 27, I’m reminded of that spring fed creek. Jesus talked about drinking water so we do not thirst again in John 4:13-14. He said that the water He gives will become a spring of water welling up to eternal life. Unfortunately, some will face extreme struggle because they did not accept what Jesus offered, and it will be a very difficult time.

In today’s passage, what is being prophesized is the time after the rapture when those left behind on earth who have never accepted Jesus as Savior will not understand what is going on. Prophesized is seven years of the worst of times … Hell on earth for those who reject Jesus and what is called the tribulation.

God gives assurance that those who accept Jesus will be spared, they will be able to enter their rooms and shut the doors for a while until His wrath has passed (Isaiah 26:20). Unfortunately, some will have to go through extreme difficulty.

Isaiah’s assessment of the people’s readiness was that there was a need for a correction in their course so more would be taught and brought back to God. There was a need for a cure from idolatry. In current times, there is a need to desire to be taught the Word, so we are equipped to serve and worship the ONE true God. There is a need to aspire to grow in faith and tell the world about Jesus who provides a victorious future.

At the end of tribulation, the Lord will defeat the army of the Anti-Christ. Evil will be conquered and all things will be completely transformed. No walls will be needed during the millennial kingdom (v. 10). The planet will be renewed, there will be peace, and things of beauty will cover the earth. The new earth will be formed with the Light of perfect truth, the Light of life, and the joy of everlasting life. ^[1]

Unfortunately, some may not comprehend until it’s too late. Let us hope that God’s Word and the Holy Spirit will help them understand. This day with God, let us share God’s plan with as many as we can.

This day, we come to You Lord in prayer as we get prepared for the challenges ahead. Satisfy our thirst as we tap into Your never-ending supply of water for our soul. Fill us with joy, with peace, and with vision. With your plan that brings goodness, grace, and provision to the victorious end. Amen.

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^[1] Amazon Prime Video Directed by Discovery Media Productions. 2006. The End Times

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