[:en]The Jews refused to turn from their sins and come back to Him. They pretended to be pious but were guilty of many sins: worshiping idols, following occult practices, violating dietary laws and blaspheming God. However, there were still faithful remants whom God used as the nucleus of a new beginning. The rebels will be… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 65[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 64[:]
[:en]”Since ancient times, no one had heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for Him” (v. 4). The Jews were defeated and disgraced before their enemies because God had hidden His face from them. He had not intervened due to their… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 64[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 63[:]
[:en]When Jesus came the first time, He was a servant who shed His blood for the sinners. But when He returns, it will be a day of vengeance. He will come as a conquering warrior. The Israelites recalled the days of old – how Moses led them out of Egypt. They believed that His loving… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 63[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 62[:]
[:en]Isaiah prayed that Jerusalem might be restored (v. 1). He called on all of God’s people to pray as well (vs. 6-7). The restoration will be as joyful as a wedding. It will be glorious and delightful as people will rejoice over the crown of splendor in the Lord’s hand. When the Savior comes, they… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 62[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 61[:]
[:en]The Year of the Lord’s Favor signalled the ushering in of the year of Jubilee. It is a time to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release the prisoners from darkness. It is the time of God to comfort all who mourn, provide for those who grieve in Zion, to… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 61[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/31/19)[:]
[:en]FAITH-BUILDING MEMORIES As Jeremiah remembered his “affliction” and his “wandering”, he reassured himself of God’s past faithfulness. He believed that “The Lord is good to those whose hope is in Him, to the one who seeks Him” (Lam. 3:25) Over this year, we grieved over the deaths of loved ones and friends, job losses, and… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/31/19)[:]
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[:en]TIMES OF COMPLETION After the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas, “they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work they had now complete” (Acts 14:26). While much work remained in sharing the message of Jesus with others, they took time to give thanks for… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/30/19)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/29/19)[:]
[:en]WHAT REMAINS IN THE EYE Hummingbird is one of the tiny creatures with size averaging two to three inches having the speed of wings that can flap from 50 to 200 times per second. It is so fascinating that it got its English name from the hum made by its rapidly beating wings. In… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/29/19)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/28/19)[:]
[:en]EVERYDAY MOMENTS In our everyday moments, there are times of interruption, disappointment, inconvenieces, injustice, anger, mourning and despair. But a smile can offer relief, hope and the grace needed to continue. Proverbs 15:13 says: “A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit”. God wants us to have a happy heart because… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (12/28/19)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 60[:]
[:en]When God shall restore the city of Zion, there will be everlasting light. The Jews and Gentiles will unite to worship and serve the Lord. There will be joy as God’s mercy will enrich His people. They will praise Him and see His glory. “I will make peace your governor and righteousness your ruler” (v.… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Isaiah 60[:]