Isaiah points out Israel’s futile idolatry; they have committed abominable atrocities in the worship of their false gods. But God offers a way back and healing for His backsliding people, if they will only return to Him and to His word.
Old School Faith
Abraham is our example, for the scriptures say “faith was accounted to Abraham for righteousness”. Rituals and rites will NOT save us; we must stand on this. Christ died for sinners; we cannot by our good works make ourselves right with God.
God’s Invitations
An invitation is given, an offer is made. Your way has been paid in advance; you just need to take hold of it. In this Old Testament passage, God sends out His invitation to ALL, not just those of Jewish birth.
Oasis
Paul offers thanksgiving and prayers to Philemon as an oasis to the Church and to believers. Philemon is said to be a refreshment to Paul and the believers who live in the city of Colosse.
Whom Shall I fear ?
Fear is real, fear can paralyze us, but there is a righteous kind of fear, to fear God. Not that God wants to hurt us, but that God is in control of ALL things, including the things that are unforeseen that come against us. We must trust in the LORD and know that we can rest safe in Him.
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