Even in the Darkness

I have been reading through the book of Isaiah, and I find it a very comforting book. This may seem rather odd, but it is, to me. You see, the whole time in which this this book is written is dark time in Israel's history. Not only have the people fallen away from God, but their land was in upheaval. The future looked very dark and without a lot of hope.

Into the midst of the dire predictions and the punishment that is being heaped upon those who have done wrong, God gives the promise of hope over and over again. He reminds them that the darkness will not last. He reminds His people that he has a plan for them and is willing to forgive them. He tells them that this time of darkness will not last forever.

This is a powerful reminder for all of us. God's anger lats only a moment, but His favor lasts a lifetime. The darkness may seem never ending, but dawn is coming. Even when things seem to be in chaos all around us, God has a purpose and a plan.

What has God been teaching you?


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