Tag Archives: Encouragement

God continued to speak through the prophet Isaiah to give us more information about Himself and His position in the universe. The Lord tells us that no other god was formed before Him, and none will come after.  He is unique and all-powerful, unable to be defeated.  No created thing, no matter how strong, canContinue reading “I Am He – Isaiah 43”

We all experience fear.  Sometimes, a dose of fear can be beneficial, keeping us away from a dangerous situation such as a hot stove or walking on busy railroad tracks.  That is likely fear’s intended design – self-preservation. But for many, fear can take over our lives like weeds in an overgrown garden.  It becomesContinue reading “Fear Not – Isaiah 43”

On a still, clear night, standing in awe of the limitless universe before us, we get a sense for the overwhelming nature of God.  That such a Creator even knows the number of hairs on our head (or once were there), and cares so deeply about each one of us, is almost beyond our comprehension.Continue reading “Light and the Spreading Heavens – Isaiah 42”

Speaking through the prophet Isaiah, spiritual counselor to those who reigned from David’s throne in Jerusalem, the Lord tells of a coming Servant who will be quite different from any of Judah’s kings that we have seen to this point. 1 “Behold! My Servant whom I uphold,My Elect One in whom My soul delights!I have put My Spirit upon Him;HeContinue reading “Justice in the Earth – Isaiah 42”

I recently spoke with a good friend who lives in another state, and he said, “I am listening to the rain on my roof.  It has not rained for almost a month, and it sounds real good”. We all need water to survive and thrive.  When we have gone without it for awhile, and sufferedContinue reading “Living Water for a Dry Spirit– Isaiah 41”

Even when we think we have placed ourselves far away from the loving hand of God, He is actually close at hand.  The Lord is always watching over us and protecting us, despite any poor choices or unfaithful actions we might have made.  He is gently calling for us to return to Him, our OneContinue reading “From the Farthest Regions – Isaiah 41”

I have a good friend who recently took an international trip into an area of potential conflict to attend a family event.  We prayed beforehand that God would carry him on eagle’s wings in safety, and as it turned out, he needed it!  The conflict erupted just as he was trying to leave, and itContinue reading “On Eagle’s Wings – Isaiah 40”

The prophet Isaiah was used by God to supply us and Israel with more information about the coming Good Shepherd, the Messiah: 10 Behold, the Lord God shall come with a strong hand,And His arm shall rule for Him;Behold, His reward is with Him,And His work before Him.  Isaiah 40:10 (NKJV) The Good Shepherd will have both a strong hand and a ruling arm, butContinue reading “The Shepherd’s Work – Isaiah 40”

Though Jerusalem in ancient Judah was facing times of serious turmoil, the prophet Isaiah wrote good news about a Messiah who would come to them one day, watching over them with the care of a loving Good Shepherd, God Himself. 9 … O Jerusalem,You who bring good tidings,Lift up your voice with strength,Lift it up, be not afraid;SayContinue reading “The Good Shepherd – Isaiah 40”

1 “Comfort, yes, comfort My people!” Isaiah 40:1a (NKJV) God’s heart is full of love for all His people.  That includes you and me.  But God is also holy and cannot tolerate the presence of sin.  He hates the sin but loves the sinner – and that includes both you and me, as well. TheContinue reading “Comfort and Grace – Isaiah 40”