Isaiah 66
-The final chapter in this
amazing book first reflects on the fact that Heaven is the LORD’s throne and
the earth is His footstool. We could never build something for Him as far as a
house or resting place. In other words, He doesn’t need us, we need Him. His
Hand is the maker of all these things, but He will look to the one who is
humble and contrite of spirit, and trembles at His Word (Isaiah 66:1-2). The
theme of the chapter revolves around the reward of the faithful righteous and
the judgment of the ones who want to go their own ways delighting in
abominations. The joy of Jerusalem’s future glory is expounded and given the
analogy of a mother who takes intimate care of her children giving peace and
comfort. “The Hand of the LORD will be made known to His servants” and their
bones will flourish like new grass, but God will be indignant toward His
enemies (Isaiah 66:14). His day, meaning His judgment day, is coming in fire
like the whirlwind with His rebuke and slaying of all evil. The wicked will
perish and come to an end all together. Then all the nations will come and see
the glory of the LORD and there will be an enduring new heavens and earth where
His majesty will reign forever and ever with the righteous. *Application*
Choose you this day whom you will serve. Will you go His way or you own? God
wants to reward those who choose Him. Refuse His call, and He will bring upon
you what you dread the most (Isaiah 66:4). The choice of submitting to Him
should be simple, a no brainer, but it does take faith. Will you believe?
Please do, I want to spend eternity with you my friend in the presence of our
Savior. His Word endures forever (1 Peter 1:25).
Verse to Memorize: Isaiah 66:2
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