Isaiah 25:1

O Lord, thou art my God; I will exalt thee, I will praise thy name; for thou hast done wonderful things; thy counsels of old are faithfulness and truth. Isaiah 25:1

I ran across something interesting while getting this post ready for today. I will share it with you to give you a better understanding of the above passage:

Setting the Scene for Isaiah 25:1

In Isaiah chapter 25, we find a scene set in the grand temple of Jerusalem. The air is filled with the scent of burning incense, and the sound of prayers and hymns echo off the stone walls. The temple is bustling with priests, Levites, and worshippers who have gathered to offer sacrifices and seek the presence of God. The flickering light of the oil lamps casts a warm glow over the scene, creating a sense of reverence and awe.

Among the crowd, we see the prophet Isaiah, a figure known for his unwavering faith and powerful messages from God. He stands tall, his eyes filled with a divine light as he delivers a message of hope and redemption to the people of Israel. The listeners are captivated by his words, feeling a sense of comfort and reassurance in the midst of turbulent times. As Isaiah speaks, his voice carries a weight of authority and wisdom, drawing the attention of all who are present.

In this moment, the temple serves as a sacred space where the divine meets the earthly, and where the faithful come to seek solace and guidance. The scene is a powerful reminder of the enduring faith of the Israelites and their belief in the promises of God, as proclaimed by the prophet Isaiah.

What is Isaiah 25:1 about?

When we look at this verse, we see the prophet Isaiah acknowledging God’s unwavering faithfulness and sovereignty. Think about it – how comforting is it to know that the God we serve is trustworthy and always keeps His promises? It reassures us that we can rely on Him in all circumstances, knowing that His plans will come to fruition. Isaiah’s words serve as a reminder to us that God’s faithfulness is not dependent on our actions but is a constant in our lives. Consider how this truth impacts your life. How does knowing that God’s faithfulness and sovereignty are unchanging affect the way you view your trials and challenges? It’s a powerful reminder that we serve a God who is in control of all things, and we can trust Him completely with our present and our future. Let Isaiah’s words encourage you to lean into God’s promises and trust in His unfailing love and faithfulness.

Source: God's Blessing

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I saw a video on YouTube the other  evening whereby actor Kirk Cameron of Growing Pains, was on the Glen Beck program. One question that was brought up was that a lot of us believe that this time we are living in is the end times, and due to the things going on in our world, is this a time when the rapture of the church could happen?

I believe it could very well happen soon. However, thinking back at the different crisises that have happened around the world at various times in our history, that could be said at any of them.

We can look back to the Civil War, WW1, WW2, the Viet Nam War and more.

Did the Christians living during any era of war wonder if this was to be the end of our time on earth, and Jesus would come back?

Probably. And yet here we are. Still living on this planet that God gave us.

Kirk Camaron said it well. All through history, when it looked like things were so bad, that maybe Jesus was coming this time, but instead God kept us going (Not a direct quote)

And instead, he gave man the intelligence to produce more and more ways of living through it. 

Friends, we wonder: is this the time? Is Jesus really going to fulfill what John wrote about in Revelations during this time?

What if the left gets their candidate into the highest office of this land? And if so, will she and others turn the US into a communist country, which seems very likely? 

If that happens, what will become of us living under the rule of a dictatorship? That was how this country got started. To not live under dictatorship but to  live free and however we chose. And we can practice our religion how we chose. 

If you are thinking it could never happen,  beware. They are already trying by taking away your firearms. By killing newborn babies that survive abortion attempts. By breaking laws that goes against the constitution.  Not to mention breaking God's laws. 

And it doesn't end there.

They prove in so many ways how they have been calling evil good. 

But there are many in government that not only wants to take our freedoms away but want to take the whole constitution and throw it into an eternal fire.  Especially our choice for worship to God.

How long is He going to let this go on? How far will He let it go?

So many questions with so few answers at this time.

But as we do know, no man knows the hour or the day that Jesus will come. Jesus told us that in Mathew 24:6. And so we wonder, will it really be soon as some say? But how far into the future can it really be soon? After all, the disciples thought it would be in their day.

We do not know. However, Jesus also said in that verse, to watch. 

Because when it happens, it will be in the twinkling of an eye.

(quickly) 1 Corinthians 15:52

We must be ready Friends. It doesn't matter if it's today, tomorrow or 20 years from now.  And we don't know what will have to go through before "soon" finally comes. 

Are you ready? I sure hope so. But in the meantime, we can know, that whatever candidate is the new administration for our country, we should be praying for them and ourselves. And that God who knows already who it will be, will keep us in His perfect peace. Because it is He, who created us who holds this world in the palm of his hand. 

And so, in closing for today, Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth Colossians 3:2 fo His perfect peace. 

AND I IMPLORE YOU, VOTE!!!

Because our freedoms are at stake. And one other thing, Vote early. Because if we wait until the last day, there may be suspicious things happening to our Ballots. Things like water lines breaking, and printers not working, or running out of paper. Remember?

The enemy wants to destroy this country by any and every means he can. Will we just sit on our hands and let him?

Friends , we have done just that for too many years. And it's time to take back our country. 

Before it's too late!!!

Thanks for coming, Friends. Have a blessed day in the God of peace

 

Isaiah 26:3-4

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.  Trust ye in the Lord forever: for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength: Isaiah 26:3-4

How easy is it for us to be in peace in these times of government turmoil, the worry of war breaking out, the economy clearly out of control?

Left to our own thoughts and the fears of what is happening and what may come at any time, it is a scary time.

And yet, God calls us to trust in Him. Why? Because nothing gets by Him that He does not know or care about.

The eyes of the Lord are in every place, beholding the evil and the good. Proverbs 15:3

And yet, we do wonder about coming events. We do worry about what is happening in our homes and/or lives.

We sometimes live in a constant state of anxiety.

But if we get into His word and stay centered on it and the fact that while things may be fearful to us, we can stay calm. We can believe Him. We can trust Him. 

And that is what He asks of us. To trust in Him. Because when we don't know-He does know. 

Nothing sneaks past Him that He isn't watching.

And there will come a time, when He stops just watching, and fixes all the wrong things that we try not to worry about in this present time.

Thanks for coming by today, Friends. May your day be peaceful and a blessing to all that are around you today. 

God bless

 

Psalms 3:1-3

 

 Lord how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.

2 Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.

3 But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.

Q Who were David's enemies? A 

None other than his own son Absalom. 

Whom we see in 2 Samuel 15 that he had put together an army to overthrow David's throne.

How awful for him that his son was doing this to him. And thinking about it, have any of us, in our own families had something similar happen to us? Even if it was on a much smaller scale.

I have seen it within my own family. And in one example, it was a teenager. Which was rebelling like most teens do. But this person actually turned her wrath on her father.

And in another, my brother due to drug and alcohol abuse tried stealing from our elderly father, until I found out and stopped it through an attorney. 

In King David's case though, he went into hiding from his son. However, David knew God. And knew God would protect him. 

When we find ourselves in trouble, grief, or depressed, like David we can run to our God who will protect us from the enemy that wants to overtake us.  

He promises us that He will be never leave or forsake us. And we can count on His Shield of protection, always. 

Today I am ever so thankful for the protection He gave so many of us during the Milton Hurricane. It is a bright sunny day from my window as I look out and watch the birds and squirrels eating the food I have put out for them. It's wonderful to see the gray skies are gone after not seeing the sun for the last several. 

However, I do not forget that this a blessing many will see, and many will not see. The hurricanes that have devasted the lives of many and all that goes with it. Why God allows such things to be destroyed when others are not, I do not know.

Other than, He is a just God. And it is just for Him to know and us to trust. Because at the beginning of our days to the end of our days, He is also good. 

Thanks for coming by, Friends. God Bless your day. 

2 Chronicals 7:14

 If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways then I will  hear from heaven forgive their sins and will heal their land.  2 Cronicles 7:14

Pray, pray, pray my friends. Vote,  Vote, Vote. Time is running out. Don't let the enemy steal our land.  Too many have died under our flag to let it go!  And the battle between good and evil rages on s so we must not ignore it and make excuses thinking this is just a personality war. Because it's not!

Also be in prayer for the people in Florida that may be affected by Hurricane Milton. Of which my family and myself are some that could be.

In the meantime,  Be of good cheer for I have overcome the world. John 16:33

God bess!

Psalms 122:6-9

 

Today is the first anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. 

Many lives, including American lives were taken as hostages.

Many were killed.

And today there is no doubt that many of their loved ones are grieving in their remembrance of it.

This attack was no surprise to God.

And in time, the enemies will stand before him to answer for these murders. And if non-repentant before that time comes,

they will end up where they did not expect to go.

In the meantime, during these trouble times for Israel, let us pray for their peace as the following scripture tell us:

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love Thee. Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy palaces. For my brethren and companions' sakes, I will now say, Peace be within thee. Because of the house of the Lord our God I will seek thy good. Psalm 122:6-9

 And also, we should not forget about those that are still struggling after the hurricane went through and left many people homeless, without food and clean water. And some without their loved ones.

May God have mercy on them. 

And may He have it on us.

God bless!

Psalms 6:1-2

O Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.

Have mercy upon me, O Lord; for I am weak: O Lord, heal me; for my bones are vexed. Psalm 6:1-2

It is not known exactly what David was going through when he prayed these passages. But one thing we can know through it, is that we too can ask the same of God. 

Is God angry with us? Are we weak? Are we sick Are we annoyed, frustrated or worried?

Just like David whom God loved, we can ask God to have mercy on us Because He loves us. And praise Jesus, we don't have to stay those ways as we seek Him!

Thanks for coming by, Friends! God bless you.

 

O Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.

Luke 10:21-22

 

21 In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes: even so, Father; for so it seemed good in thy sight.

22 All things are delivered to me of my Father: and no man knows who the Son is, but the Father; and who the Father is, but the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him. Luke 10:21-22

Jesus prayed this prayer to His Father, thanking Him that He had revealed things to disciples who were very young in the faith instead of those that were supposed to be wise. 

Likewise, He reveals to those of us that when we become His children, the things that He wants us to know, in order to follow Him. We don't have to be wise or highly intelligent for Jesus to impress upon us to change our way of thinking.

However, we are as little children that learn as they grow, so are we when we come to faith in Jesus.

Thanks for coming by today, Friends. Have a blessed day.