Bible Chapter: Isaiah 61 & 62

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.
    We see here a direct connection with Jesus.  He read from this passage and claimed it.  It says that the Spirit of the Lord is upon me.  He said this passage was fulfilled in Him.  He came to bring good news to the poor. God is concerned with those who have little and suffer in the process.  Jesus came to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, and that the oppressed will be set free.  These are exciting and encouraging promises.  The enemy has destroyed so much. We see here promises that Jerusalem will be rebuilt and the people will love the Lord.  People will delight in the Lord.
    We also see that God will put, as they are called, watchmen on the wall.  He will give prophets and prayer intercessors who will spread the message of God to proclaim the true life of faith that God expects from His followers.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    God cares.  He really does.  He cares about people.  He cares about their situations in life.  He cares that there is provision.  The Savior came to bring good news to those who don’t usually have any. He came to bring deliverance and encouragement.  He came to make a difference.  He wants His followers to do the same. We are to care what happens to people.  We are to care about their eternal souls and where they will be forever. He wants us to be watchmen, to not be afraid to tell the truth of God’s Word to the world.

3.  How can I help someone?
    I want to help people see what God created and what He knows is best for us.  It is very easy to see that there are countless people promoting evil. I want to promote God’s righteousness and help people see the blessings of obedience.