The Lord Strengthens & Directs
Isaiah’s prophecies begin to focus
on the approach of the Assyrians.
Ephraim (northern kingdom) reels
like a drunkard, oblivious to the
danger & falsely confident in Egypt
to deliver her in time of trouble.
Ariel (Jerusalem, symbol of the
southern kingdom) stands next
in line for judgment if her citizens
follow Ephraim’s sorry example by
relying upon Egypt for protection.
Lord, You Strengthen & Direct Us:
This is what the Sovereign Lord
says: In repentance & rest is your
salvation, in quietness and Trust
is your Strength (Isaiah 30:15).
The Lord longs to be gracious
to you; therefore He will rise
up to show you compassion.
Blessed are all Who Wait for Him…
He will be very gracious to you
at the sound of your cry; When He
hears it, He will answer you (v18-19)
Whether you turn to the right
or to the left, your ears will
hear a voice behind you saying:
This is the Way, Walk in it (v21).
Lord, forgive me for trusting in anyone or anything but You. Give me wisdom to see a satisfying life is possible only when I look to U. Sensitive my spirit to Your voice; for I have set my heart to listen to You. And I set aside my anxieties, plans and impatience to hear from You. So in my quietness, be my Strength; deliver me from trouble; and grant me grace to wait & Trust You. Amen.
Lord, thanks for being true & faithful and that You are Waiting to show me love and compassion. Forgive me for looking elsewhere for help; and acting as though I am in charge. Lord, You reward those who seek You and I want to turn to You. Give me the resolve, the courage and the tenacity to Wait for You. And Strengthen my faith to see Your faithfulness in my life. Amen.
Lord, Your Will is a place of safety for me and I need to know I am headed in the right direction. So speak to me about Your Will so that I can aspire to walk in it. Help me hear Your voice speaking to my heart telling me what to do, how to do, when to do and especially important decisions I need to make. In Jesus’ precious name. Amen.