I didn't pick out a specific verse this morning. I tried to get a sense for what the chapters are saying to me, and how I can apply it.
In chapter 31, it says to me to not be reliant on the things of this world that feel like they can save me. In this case, Isaiah is telling them not to rely on Egypt. This would probably be the easy solution for them. What is the easy solution for me? Is it my 401k? Is it the numbness that tv and social media provide? I'm just thinking out loud here.
In chapter 32, God is telling me that things are always going to be like this. Things are going to change. He is going to change them. Again, he is in control and it all moves according to his plan. And in many examples, the opposite of what seems to be true.....will be true. Don't get discouraged cause I feel small. He's got me where he wants me.
I know, its a different take today. But, I wasn't gripping any specific verses in these chapters. Sometimes a new perspective is needed.
tp
ReplyDelete31 Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help,
who rely on horses,
who trust in the multitude of their chariots
and in the great strength of their horsemen,
but do not look to the Holy One of Israel,
or seek help from the Lord.
Good take today! I had grabbed the first vs of 31, which captures some of your comments about not relying on stuff or your own calculations of what is necessary to survive. Rely on Him. As we get late in our careers, for me the 401k and cash is likely the dangerous spot where I could feel in control and safe for the wrong reasons. I think its good to save for the future but dangerous in when it turns into I'm in control and I don't need to seek God's help.
knut