“Though they are at full strength and likewise many, even so, they will be cut off and pass away. Though I have afflicted you, I will afflict you no longer.
13 “So now, I will break his yoke bar from upon you, and I will tear off your shackles.”
13 “So now, I will break his yoke bar from upon you, and I will tear off your shackles.”
14 The Lord has issued a command concerning you: “Your name will no longer be perpetuated. I will cut off idol and image from the house of your gods. I will prepare your grave, for you are contemptible.”
15 Behold, on the mountains the feet of Him who brings good news, who announces peace! Celebrate your feasts, O Judah; pay your vows. For never again will the wicked one pass through you; he is cut off completely.
Reminder: "praying effectively" involves knowing God's will. When we pray in His will (in His name), He may choose to not answer those prayers in the time period that we would like, or HOW we would like - but He will answer those prayers!
It is God's will:
- that we look to Jesus and heed the good news of peace (1:15)
- that Israel as a nation will one day recognize their Messiah and believe, and celebrate in the Millennial kingdom with covenants fulfilled (1:15)
Today's prayer:
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for the peace and freedom that You give to all believers. Help us fully realize and understand what this all really means, and not take it for granted. Help us to behold You - to really look at You - and understand who You are at a deeper level.
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for the peace and freedom that You give to all believers. Help us fully realize and understand what this all really means, and not take it for granted. Help us to behold You - to really look at You - and understand who You are at a deeper level.
May the people in Israel hear the good news and recognize that You were and are their Messiah - even now - before the Tribulation happens. Help them see their need for You. Help other unbelievers see their need for You. Convict their hearts and prepare their minds.
May we be willing "feet" to help deliver the message of eternal salvation and healing peace, whether it is on the other side of the world, or just next door! May we lean on You to direct our paths and equip us with Your words of wisdom, and Your courage and strength. Amen.
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