We have a covenant, or contract with our Heavenly Father. It is His desire that we occasionally remind Him of that covenant. Reminding Him proves that we are familiar His word and have read it.
Isaiah 41:8-20
41:8 we do not rule over God nor are we His equal. We are to be servants of His. If you want His blessings in your life then remember to serve Him.
41:9 God is there for His people.
41:10 (compare: Deut 31:6/8). Strengthen H 553; mentally (in courage), steadfast, stronger. We are living in troubled times. We must stand upon these words as we walk through this world. When we do the right things we are able to claim these promises.
41:11 unfortunately Christians have enemies in this world. We don’t have to worry about them though. God is still on the throne and our enemies are His enemies as well!
41:12-13 you have a promise of divine help as long as you serve the Lord.
41:14 to be a worm means to be weak. Do we have any weaknesses? As long as God is on our side it matters not! God is strong and able to save, no matter what state we are in.
41:15 (compare: Luke 3:17). The word is our sword! His truth cuts both ways like a two-edged sword. The truth divides the good (wheat) and the bad (chaff), with the chaff being devoured by fire!
41:16-17 poor H 6041; depressed, in mind or circumstance. (Compare: Amos 8:11). Why thirst? God is able to satisfy our physical and spiritual thirst. Seek wisdom and knowledge from Him.
41:18-20 (compare: Isaiah 35:1). All the physical marvels are done by God and not the spirituality of His people. Why would you ever worry or fear? We have divine help if you will seek Him and His word! God calls the enemy nothing. Don’t ever shake and tremble. When you serve God He hears you and helps.
Isaiah 43:13-26
43:13 let it: avert it. Who has the power or authority to prohibit God from doing His work? Who can stop Him? The answer is no one! Trust in God, have the confidence that He is in control.
43:14 redeemer H 1350; kinsman redeemer, next of kin. The enemy is nothing! Where is our strength?
43:15-17 tow is what is left over of a wick after it has burned. It is ash, nothing. The tow has no real substance. Neither does the enemy!
43:18 do you remember how God delivered His people out of Egypt with a mighty hand? Do we remember the works of old? Do you remember whose word always comes to pass? It’s our Fathers!
43:19 the water of Truth is going to flow. Why thirst? Gods deliverance of His people is going to be greater than before (in Egypt).
43:20 dragons H 8577; jackal. Our Father takes care of His own. Fear not!
43:21-22 weary H 3021; to tire. Formed H 3335; to mould. You can’t expect God’s help if you never ask for it.
43:23-24 unfortunately many today do not have time for God. God is ready to forgive sins but they never ask Him for forgiveness!
43:25-26 Pay attention to the last verse. God wants us to remind Him of His promises. Why? He wants to know if you are familiar with them or not. Will not remember: He remembers our infirmities, (which man forgets, Psalm 103:14), but forgets our sins (which man remembers).
Isaiah 44:1-3
44:1-2 Jesurun: compare Deut 32:15-17. This is a name God uses for Israel when they become fat, dumb, happy, and prosperous then leave God. When things go well don’t forget about God.
44:3 that is a promise from God! Claim it! God will pour His Spirit upon those that hunger after Him. He will help you and will intercede for you.
Isaiah 55:1-6
55:1 waters: of life (Rev 22:17). Wine: of gladness (Psalm 104:15). Milk: of nourishment (1 Peter 2:2). Why hunger or thirst, His word is free. You can eat and drink until you are satisfied.
55:2 (compare: John 6:27). This is God’s promise to those who hunger and thirst after Him. He will fill you and you will be satisfied.
55:3 (compare: 2 Sam 7:8-16). These same promises made to David are available to us as well! Claim these promises.
55:4 speaking of Messiah as our example.
55:5-6 seek the Lord while He is available and before it becomes too late. Ask for His help and He will answer!
Matthew 5:1-6
5:1-2 these are the beatitudes. When God speaks we should listen! The word blessed means happy.
5:3 those that do not look to things of this world but the things of God.
5:4 those that have eyes to see and ears to hear mourn for those that don’t. We know the end of those that don’t serve God and we have compassion on them.
5:5-6 righteousness is what is right. We must hunger for the things that are right and we will be filled. This is a promise from our Father, claim it and be filled.
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