May 25, 2018
What does it say? |Isaiah spoke God’s message concerning the future of Egypt and Cush.
What does it mean?
The prophet warned Israel that alliances with Egypt and Cush would be futile since both nations would face judgment through God’s instrument, Assyria. In Egypt, civil war and natural disaster would lead to foolishness at the highest level of government and helplessness throughout their society. God’s judgment will bring Egypt to personally worship and give national recognition to the God of Judah. When Egypt turns from their worship of false gods and calls on the Lord, He will send a Savior as their defender to rescue and heal them. This time of peace when nations will worship the God of Israel together is called the Millennium.
How should I respond?
Would you like a greater understanding of God’s purpose in judgment? He reveals Himself through judgment for sin to give you the opportunity to recognize your need for the Savior. When you call on Jesus, God comes into your life bringing freedom from the condemnation of sin. He rescues you from the emptiness of trusting anything other than Him, the true God. He then heals you from the broken condition caused by sin in your life. In what area of life do you need His rescue and healing from the consequences of your sin? Read 19:20-22 again, and then talk honestly with the Lord Almighty in prayer.