Tuesday 18 Oct 2022

October 18: Isaiah 35:3-6

Key Verse: Isaiah 35:5
Then will the eyes of the blind be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped.

Devotion:
I wonder how the prophets felt when they received words like these from God? They were human just as we are and yet we can feel the joy and wonder they felt when we read the words given them by God. This is why He gave them to very special people – so we could know Him better and know just how special each one of us is to Him!

When we see or hear about anyone who is down-hearted or in trouble in any way, we should be the ones who step forward and remind them of the great things which await them when God comes. We should be the ones who give them hope once again so they can gain the strength God is trying to give them during their times of weakness. If we can do that, then we have done a great job just like the prophets did so many years ago.

These words are written down for us so we can continue to share them with everyone… What part of the bible has given you the most hope or joy? Have you shared that with anyone in your life yet? Just a few words can give someone hope, a hope which is tangible and a hope which God can make grow into something spectacular in their hearts too!

When we share a little of the love God has shared with us, we will allow the blind to see again and the deaf to hear. People are not always physically afflicted; sometimes it is a few words which can give them the spiritual hope they need to get to the next level in their relationship with God. The bible is the source of that hope and God can use it to make people grow – if we are willing to open it to them...

Points to Ponder:
What is special about your bible?

Will you share it with someone you know?