Day 249 Bible Readings – Isaiah 11: 10 (ESV)

Isaiah 11-13, 2 Corinthians 8: 16-24, Psalm 136: 1-12

Isaiah 11: 10 (ESV)

“In that day the root of Jesse, who shall stand as a signal for the peoples—of him shall the nations inquire, and his resting place shall be glorious.”

In verse 10 from Isaiah, we read about another prophecy of the birth of Jesus Christ. Jesse was the father of King David, and Jesus Christ was descended from the line of Jesse. A signal in ancient times was a symbol of victory or a rallying point for troops on the battlefield of a war. Jesus Christ, like his descendant King David, will be a unifying figure for his people but also for the nations of the world. We read in this verse that that Gentiles were always included in Father-God’s redemptive plan for the earth, and not just for the children of Israel. Father-God promised Abraham in verse 3 from Genesis 12 that “in you (Abraham) all the families of the earth shall be blessed”.

I love that even in this prophetic verse from Isaiah that Father-God always intended that Jesus Christ would become a savior not just for Israel, but for the Gentiles or all the nations of the earth. This verse from Isaiah also reminds us that Father-God promised to unite all his people under the faith of Jesus Christ, and that faith in Jesus Christ will bring us rest and peace.

If you enjoyed reading my thoughts on this Bible verse and you want to live in a world that is full of peace and unified through your faith in Jesus Christ, please pray this prayer out loud:

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness by the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 248 Bible Readings for September 6 – Isaiah 9: 6 (ESV)

Isaiah 8-10, 2 Corinthians 8: 1-15, Psalm 135: 13-21

Isaiah 9: 6 (ESV)

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

In verse 6 from Isaiah 9, we read another prophecy about the birth of Jesus Christ the Messiah and the future hope for Israel. This prophecy from Isaiah tells us about the future roles of Jesus Christ. The Messiah of Israel will be a man Jesus Christ, and not an angel. IN the future, Jesus Christ will also rule the earth, and government of the earth will be under him. Jesus Christ will be a wonderful counselor, so we can seek his wisdom and guidance in our daily life. Christ will be a mighty God, as the son of Father-God. Christ will be a ruler over all aspects of our life. We will experience peace through faith in Jesus Christ, and his reign will be everlasting which gives up hope and assurance for the future. We can trust in the trinity of Father-God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. We can count on the promises of Father-God, because he is the same today as he was in the Bible. I love that this Bible verse from the prophet Isaiah reminds us of the roles that Father-God will play in our lives.

If you enjoyed reading my thoughts on this Bible verse and you want to have a Father-God that you can count on to have these roles in your life through your faith in Jesus Christ, please pray this prayer out loud:

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness by the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 247 Bible Readings – Isaiah 7: 14 (ESV)

Isaiah 5-7, 2 Corinthians 7, Psalm 135: 1-12

Isaiah 7: 14 (ESV)

“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.”

Verse 14 from Isaiah 7 is one of the most famous prophecies in the Bible regarding the birth of Jesus Christ. Isaiah was a prophet during the time of King Ahaz, who was the King of Judah. Ahaz was known for his lack of faith and reliance on alliances with foreign kings, instead of trusting fully in the promises of Father-God. But Father-God gave to Isaiah a prophecy for Ahaz of his commitment to the house of David and the covenant he made with Abraham and his descendants. Father-God’s promises to his people are not dependent upon their faithfulness to him. Father-God promises through the birth of Jesus Christ, that God’s presence will always be with us. Even when we are in times of trouble and doubt like Ahaz, Father-God promises that he will always with us. Isaiah reminds us we need to trust in Father-God’s promises and his timing.

I love finding the prophecies of the birth of Jesus Christ in the Old Testament, because it tells me that Father-God has a plan for all of us long before we are born. He has a plan and purpose for all his people, and we can trust that Father-God in his timing even when everything around us seems to be in a dire situation.

If you enjoyed reading my thoughts on this Bible verse and you want to trust that Father-God has a plan for you and the world through your faith in Jesus Christ, please pray this prayer out loud:

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness by the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 246 Bible Readings – 2 Corinthians 6: 14 (ESV)

Isaiah 3-4, 2 Corinthians 6, Psalm 134

2 Corinthians 6: 14 (ESV)

“Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?”

In verses 14 from 2 Corinthians 6, Paul writes to the church of Corinth that their closest relationship needs to be with people who share the same faith in Jesus Christ. Paul reminds believers that different spiritual values can lead to conflict and compromise. As Christians, we are called to lead lives that are set apart for Father-God. Leading a life for Father-God can be difficult with a partner who could lead us away from following his will. As believers in Jesus Christ, relationships will work better if you are with someone with whom you can have mutual encouragement, and you can both grow together in your relationship with Jesus Christ. This principle may also involve looking at your friendships and business partnerships. We may also need to look at books we read, movies we watch, and other entertainment choices to make sure they align with our faith and values.

I find that the deeper my relationship grows with the Holy Spirit, the more I need to assess my friendships. I still have a few close friends who aren’t saved, and I find it harder to now travel with them on vacation. I know that discussing my relationship with the Lord and the Holy Spirit is something my friends won’t understand, so I never bring it up. My unsaved friends don’t know that part of me; they only know a part of me. One of my friends smoked marijuana casually while we were on a trip together, and while they knew it bothered me, they still smoked anyway because they consider marijuana smoking the same as cigarette smoking. I’ve had this friendship for a long time, and it’s sad for me that we are drifting apart. I pray for them to be saved, but I never seem to get a sign from the Holy Spirit that I can have a discussion with them about Jesus Christ.  I trust that the Holy Spirit will guide my friendship with my unsaved friends, so I know that it will all work out according to Father-God’s plans. I know from experience that having any partnership with someone of the same faith is so much better, than being partnered with someone who has no faith in Jesus Christ.

If you enjoyed reading my thoughts on this Bible verse and you want to have relationships with people who have the same faith through your faith in Jesus Christ, please pray this prayer out loud:

Heavenly Father, I want to give you my Life. Forgive me of all of my sins. Wash me in your blood. I believe in my heart You raised Jesus from the dead. I confess with my mouth Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive forgiveness by the blood of Jesus. I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! Do yourself a favor and find and join a Holy Spirit filled, full Gospel, Bible-based church where you can hear the words of Father-God preached and experience signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.