Scripture:
“After the Lord has punished Egypt, the people will turn to him. Then he will answer their prayers, and the Egyptians will be healed.” Isaiah 19:22 CEV
Observation:
God is speaking through Isaiah about His punishment on Egypt and how He will bring devastation there. Immediately, you can hear the heart of God saying, “the people will turn it him. Then he will answer their prayers and the Egyptians will be healed.” Even in punishment, God demonstrates love and His desire.
Application:
God always has people, and their relationship with Him, on His mind. Even in punishment, His heart is for people to turn and seek Him so He can bless them. God’s punishment is because of His great love. When we are disciplined by the Lord, His heart is not our destruction and pain, but that we would turn to Him so He can bless us. We should always run TO God and never away from Him.
Prayer:
Father, You are worthy of all the glory, honor, and praise. Thank You for loving us enough to discipline us when we stray. Thank You for always bringing us back into relationship so You can bless us. You are amazing and I love You more each day. Teach me to walk closer to You and to bring You pleasure.
Forever Yours,
Jeff
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