Today’s Reading: Isaiah 61:1-6
Today’s Verse: To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified. Isaiah 61:3 KJV
Our hearts hurt when we hear about the pain and suffering that many have endured.
Those who may feel all hope is gone.
As Christians we are called to be a beacon of light and hope.
Called to aid others in a time of need.
We read that when Jesus went into the synagogue in Nazareth on the Sabbath, He read from the book of Isaiah.
He announced that He was the Anointed One to proclaim the Lord’s favor (Luke 4:14-21 KJV).
The Savior was the One who came to bind up the brokenhearted. To offer redemption and forgiveness.
In the Savior we see beauty coming from the ashes (Isaiah 61:3 KJV).
He was to be a Comforter. Sent to comfort all who mourn and who seek Him.
His desire is to be there for His people.
He wants all of us to abound in the fruits of righteousness, as the branches of God’s planting.
As His followers, the Holy Spirt will teach us how to know our own character and wants.
And what it really means to be humble and help one another.
The Savior came to bring us hope in the darkest of circumstances.
“To give unto [us] beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that [we} might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified” (Isaiah 61:3 KJV).
Let us take the time to give Him thanks for His saving grace.
When we feel all hope is gone.
For always making a way out of no way.
A WORD OF PRAYER
Savior, we all can face some challenging times. It is in those times help us to remember to how much You love each of us. How You are there to bring us joy. How You will always bring hope in the darkest of circumstances. How we can pray and be there for each other. Thank You for the oils of joy and the garments of praise. They will always give us the strength to remain righteous. We give You the glory, honor, and praise.
In Jesus Name We Pray, Amen