Our most precious, valued possession and our greatest strength is our relationship with the Lord. In reading John 20:19-31, we are given examples of Jesus appearing to His disciples after His death on the Cross. We get a lift in our day knowing that our Redeemer lives and that His Spirit is in our heart! Through His death on the Cross, we have a relationship with the ONE who taught the sun where to stand in the morning.
But I said, “I have labored in vain; I have spent my strength for nothing at all. Yet what is due me is in the Lord’s hand, and my reward is with my God.” – Isaiah 49:4
From the post “Journey Home”, Isaiah prophesied about a servant who would be the instrument and author of eternal salvation. Jesus became that servant who prepared a path home where fear and doubt are never known. He became the escort for the Israelites on their return journey. We may feel at times that God has too big a job on his hands. It seems impossible but God has done the impossible in the past and will do the impossible in the future.
This day with God, follow the guide to a place beyond what can be imagined. Our eternal home like in the song Finally Home by MercyMe.
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I remember one time leaving work for a long weekend, I saw a vehicle with traveling items strapped on top heading down the highway on their return journey home. Some thoughts entered my mind like where were they from and what memories were made during their vacation. Anyway, it was fun to think about as I headed home looking forward to some rewarding days off from work on a long weekend.
This day with God, we are reading Isaiah 49. Along the journey, let us enjoy being guided into a great adventure with His guidance. Let us live for the day, the hour, and even the moment. Sometimes, many save the rewards from their hard work but may never get around to appreciating what they do have and celebrating. The Good News about faith is that we can revel in what we have, share with others, and look forward to more rewards in the future. There is an unlimited supply, so we can be grateful, celebrate, and enjoy!
In today’s passage, Isaiah prophesied about a servant who would be the instrument and author of eternal salvation. Jesus became that servant who prepared a path home where fear and doubt are never known. He became the escort for the Israelites on their return journey. We may feel at times that God has too big a job on his hands. It seems impossible but God has done the impossible in the past and will do the impossible in the future.
This day with You God, help us to be prepared for the challenges, to stay strong, and never give up. We rely on You and accept Your guidance along the journey as we build memories, as we look forward to the future, and know that there is no place like our eternal home with You. Amen
In Him and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. – Ephesians 3:12
Pointed out in “Spooked by Something New”, sometimes obedience seems like a hardship. We had rather stick to our difficult or complicated situation rather than turn to God for the necessary steps to freedom.
Think of the benefits if we obey and the consequences if we disobey. There are blessings of peace and joy if we obey. On the other hand, disobeying God results in conflict and sadness. Think about a child going to the beach. They don’t use a teaspoon to play in the sand. They use their toy shovel and toy bucket.
Today’s song is Goodness of God by CeCe Winans. When we desire peace and joy like waves that continue to hit the shore with a soothing music to the ear, we don’t worship man-made idols. We worship the Sovereign Lord! We use a shovel to fill our bucket with God’s goodness.
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Reading Isaiah 48, God gave the explicit command to leave Babylon with joy (v. 20), but the people did not want to leave and go back to the holy land. They had raised families, built houses, and settled in their bondage.
Anything experienced for the first time can be scary. I remember my dog’s first Halloween as she experienced the new inflatable ghost pumpkin in our neighbor’s yard. She walked slowly and kept an eye on the spooky new thing.
We can also be spooked by something new when we experience things for the first time. Think about riding a bike for the first time, or jumping off the diving board, or public speaking. My dog had experienced something for the first time, but the next day, it was no problem … been there, done that and so it is with us, once we’ve experienced something that was scarry at first. The next time, we don’t have the fear anymore, but just get out there and explore, dream, and discover.
Sometimes obedience seems like a hardship. We had rather stick to our difficult or complicated situation rather than turn to God for the necessary steps to freedom. Yes, things may be difficult at first, but in the long run our future is beyond our wildest dreams if we just take the first step. If we just get away from the comfort zone and experience new things. If not, we may be disappointed by the things we did not do.
Think of the benefits if we obey and the consequences if we disobey. There are blessings of peace and joy if we obey. On the other hand, disobeying God results in conflict and sadness. Think about a child going to the beach. They don’t use a teaspoon to play in the sand. They use their toy shovel and toy bucket. When we desire peace and joy like waves that continue to hit the shore with a soothing music to the ear, we don’t worship man-made idols. We worship the Sovereign Lord! We use a shovel to fill our bucket with God’s goodness.
Help us today Lord to not carry a teaspoon to fill our bucket with Your goodness but use a shovel. We desire not just a ripple but a large wave, so our difficulties turn into hope to lift one another up. Something small can turn into something large if we just get started. It may be scarry at first but then things will fall into place. Open the door Lord and give us the courage to walk through. This day will be the ultimate adventure as we seize the day to bless others, encourage others, and face the challenges together so that all the glory is given to You Lord. Amen.
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