THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022 DEVOTION

THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022

TEXT: Isaiah 9:1-12

1. But there will be no more heavy hearts for those who were suffering. In the past God allowed the lands of Zebulun and Naphtali to be put to shame. In the future He will honor Galilee where those who are not Jews live and where the road to the sea is. It is on the other side of the Jordan.

2. The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. The light will shine on those living in the land of dark shadows.

3. You will make the nation great. You will give them great joy. They will be glad before You, as with the joy of gathering time, and as men have joy when they divide the riches taken after a battle.

4. For You will break the heavy load from their neck and shoulders. You will break the power of those who made it hard for them, as at the battle of Midian.

5. For every shoe of the soldiers in the battle, and every coat rolled in blood, will be burned in the fire.

6. For to us a child will be born. To us a Son will be given. And the rule of the nations will be on His shoulders. His name will be called Wonderful, Teacher, Powerful God, Father Who Lives Forever, Prince of Peace.

7. There will be no end to His rule and His peace, upon the throne of David and over his nation. He will build it to last and keep it strong with what is right and fair and good from that time and forever. The work of the Lord of All will do this.

8. The Lord sends word against Jacob, and it falls on Israel.

9. And all the people will know it, that is, Ephraim and the people of Samaria. They say with a proud spirit in their hearts.

10. “The clay blocks have fallen down, but we will build again with smooth stones. The sycamore trees have been cut down, but we will put cedar trees in their place.”

11. So the Lord brings men from Rezin to fight against them. He makes those who hate them move to action.

12. The Assyrians on the east and the Philistines on the west swallow Israel with an open mouth. Even with this, the Lord’s anger does not turn away. His hand is still held out.

(New Life Version Holy Bible)

TOPIC: THE PROMISED MESSIAH

Sometimes, people of God go through challenges that may appear endless. But Isaiah says that, sooner or later, the solution will come.

An assurance came for all to know that a child is born (Jesus Christ) purposely to deliver humankind from sin, troubles and trials, give them light, display His sovereign power over every government, and satanic forces, etc.

Although He may not always spare us from challenges, if we look up to Him, He will surely lead us safely through them. Jesus came to deliver mankind from their slavery to sin so that they can live in righteousness.

It doesn't matter what you are doing for Christ, if you are yet to experience Him personally as your Lord and Savior, you will not reign with Him.

QUESTION: Have you met with this Messiah?

PRAYER: Father, you are the Messiah! I will worship you forever.

Remain Blessed                                 

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