Daily Devotions
Isaiah
"Fear not, for I am with you"
Text: Isaiah 41:10
THE CALLING OF ISRAEL
The LORD spoke to Israel and reminded them of their “calling”. The nation has a special place in God’s heart and His divine plan.
“You whom I have taken from the ends of the earth,
And called from its farthest regions,
And said to you,
‘You are My servant,
I have chosen you and have not cast you away:
Fear not, for I am with you;
Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you,
I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.'”
Isaiah 41:9-10
1. The formation of the nation of Israel.
a) The beginning of Israel began with one man, Abraham.
b) Then a family came about:
i) Isaac
ii) Jacob
iii) The children of Israel
2. Israel was called from the “ends of the earth” and from the “farthest regions”.
a) From Ur of the Chaldeans.
b) From Haran.
c) From Egypt.
d) From Assyria.
e) From Babylon.
3. God’s solemn promise to Israel.
a) “You are My servant”
b) “I have chosen you”
c) “And have not cast you away”
4. God’s gracious commitment to stand by Israel.
a) The LORD would be their “God”.
b) He will always be with His people.
c) He will strengthen them in their weakness.
d) He will render help in their hour of need.
e) He will uphold them personally, with His righteous right hand!
What more could Israel wish for?