Today, we’re back in Isaiah. I don’t know if I’m just dense or what, but for the second week in a row reading this particular book, I’m not quite sure what I’m supposed to get out of this.
Yeah, we’ve got prophecies against nations, promising their destruction for their opposition to God. I understand that God will not be mocked, and that evil-doers will one day experience justice.
And yeah, I appreciate the praise songs from Isaiah to God. Simply beautiful language… I wish I knew how to praise God so eloquently.
But really? I’m struggling with just what exactly it is that I’m supposed to be getting out of this particular book of the Bible. Maybe it’s just me, but prophecy really just isn’t something I get too worked up about when it comes to Christianity. The daily walk with Christ is enough of a struggle, and I just can’t see consuming myself with concern over what’s to come. I guess I figure if I’m doing everything I can to follow Christ in the here and now, tomorrow and all the days to follow will take care of themselves. After all, God’s in control, right, and He is trustworthy?
What about you? Do you struggle with finding meaning and life application from Biblical prophecy?
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