Daily Devotions
Isaiah
"I have inscribed you on the palms of My hand"
Text: Isaiah 49:16
A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT
Israel struggled with the problems of the aftermath of war. The walls of their cities were destroyed. Many were exiled. The future seemed very bleak!
“‘See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands;
Your walls are continually before Me.
Your sons shall make haste;
Your destroyers and those who laid you waste
Shall go away from you.
Lift up your eyes, look around and see;
All these gather together and come to you.
As I live,’ says the LORD,
‘You shall surely clothe yourselves with them all as an ornament,
And bind them on you as a bride does.'”
Isaiah 49:16-18
1. Inscribed on the palms of the Messiah’s hands.
a) This was a veiled Messianic message when it was first uttered.
b) In the light of how the Lord Jesus had His hands pierced,
these words take on greater significance.
2. The Messiah’s word to Israel.
a) He was concerned for their walls that had fallen down.
b) Strong walls were symbols of defence and safety.
c) The Messiah would protect His people.
3. Concern for the sons of Israel.
a) This was a natural concern for all who were parents.
b) The Messiah would protect and preserve the children of God.
c) He would never fail to care for all who are His flock.
4. Enemies who were bent on destruction.
a) That there were enemies cannot be denied.
b) But the LORD would deal with the wicked enemies.
5. What the LORD would do.
a) The enemies would no longer be a threat.
b) They would be removed.
c) The LORD would gather support for His children.
i) Israel was portrayed as a bride.
ii) He will send many to help the bride in her preparation for the wedding.
iii) They would provide for all the needs of the bride.
iv) There would be no lack of provision from the LORD.