In this chapter, Isaiah shares the messages he receives from the Lord concerning Babylon, Edom, and Arabia. Here’s how the chapter begins: “This message came to me concerning the land of Babylonia: Disaster is roaring down on you from the desert, like a whirlwind sweeping in from the Negev. I see an awesome vision: I see you plundered and destroyed. Go ahead, you Elamites and Medes, take part in the siege. Babylon will fall, and the groaning of all the nations she enslaved will end. My stomach aches and burns with pain. Sharp pangs of horror are upon me, like the pangs of a woman giving birth. I grow faint when I hear what God is planning; I am blinded with dismay. My mind reels; my heart races. The sleep I once enjoyed at night is now a faint memory. I lie awake, trembling.” (Isaiah 21:1-4) (Wow… that’s heavy! Isaiah is carrying the weight of all of God’s destructive plans; many of which, I imagine, are flashing in his head continuously, day and night.)
As usual, read the rest of the chapter for yourself, draw some conclusions, make some connections, and strive to deepen your knowledge.
Lord, thank you for your Word today! Help us be in alignment with you so we can continue to enjoy the peace of sleep. Lord, we love you!
May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.” (Numbers 6:24-26)
….AND MAY WE ALL PRACTICE THIS WITH ONE ANOTHER.
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