Bible Chapter: Isaiah 53 & 54

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    What is there that will attract people to the Messiah? We are told here that it was certainly not any physical beauty or human status. We also see here that He was despised and rejected by people, especially religious leaders. He was a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. He was despised. We see here an accurate description of the horror that the Messiah would go through. This description accurately describes all that Jesus went through and all of His suffering. Jesus died to pay the price for all of the sins that people have committed and to provide a way to restore the broken relationship between people in God. The human race has strayed far from God and Jesus took on Himself our sin as He was led as a lamb to the slaughter.
    Another special word of encouragement that comes from these chapters is the statements that no weapon that is formed against God’s followers will prosper. It does seem at times that the ungodly are prospering and being successful, but we know that in the end God will win.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    I have been blessed to know about the sacrifice of Jesus all my life. I have been blessed to receive the benefits that come from serving Him. These benefits have come because my parents and grandparents lived the life that Jesus bought and paid for on the cross. I know that there are many who reject the concept of the sacrifice Jesus made for us. But I have seen the positive impact and effect that makes in life and I will continue to serve Him because He is worthy to be served.

3.  How can I help someone?
    Look and see what Jesus went through for you. He did this because of His great love for you and because you need the gift of life. Don’t let pride prevent you from receiving the blessings of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. You can never earn forgiveness by all your good works.