Isaiah 55 - Day 541 (link to today's reading)
Scripture: Isaiah 55:8 Commentary (bethmelekh.com): This verse beautifully juxtaposes God’s thoughts and actions against the thoughts and actions of fallen (sin affected) humanity. When the Hebrew text speaks of machashebet “thought, invention, purpose,” it is speaking of that which comes from the core being “lev” heart. The Hebrew lev (heart) is the point at which all other aspects of human existence converge. Therefore, “thought” in this context applies to the will and in particular to the sin affected will which in Hebrew is known as yetzer ha-ra(the inclination toward evil). It is impossible for we as human beings to fully fathom the thoughts and actions of God except by the revelation of God’s Spirit and only to the extent which God allows us to understand Him from our point of view within time and space (sin affected). Thus, God has revealed Himself through His Word (D’var), both written (Scripture) and living (Messiah). Having said this, the present verse is not only a statement of fact it is also an invitation to the sin affected human being to receive the thoughts and ways of God as far as they are available to each person through Messiah...One practical outworking of this is seen in the diligent, Holy Spirit filled study of His Word (Scripture). Application: As a sinful human being whose primary goal is self-preservation, I have an overinflated ego that guides my life and decisions so yes, I agree with Isaiah. Prayer: Lord, change my thoughts to align with Your thoughts and ways... Comments are closed.
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