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God Gives Peace to Those Who Trust in Him
February 11th, 2014
Isaiah 26:1-11
A number of years ago, the pastor of a Christian church in Jerusalem was asked by some tourists what prayer request they could take back to their congregation. The pastor said, “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem” (Ps. 122.6). He went on to explain that in his congregation there were both Arabs and Israelis, both groups contained Christian brothers and sisters, and they enjoyed Christian fellowship. However, in the city, at that time in its history, there were some ancient issues needing yet to be resolved between the two cultures.
Challenge to Holy Living
The setting of Isaiah 26 is a song to be sung in the land of Judah, a song of salvation and steadfast hope. It is an expression of assurance, of obedience, and of peace, the hallmarks of the relationship God desires with His people.
Isaiah (26:2-4) reminds us that a peace-filled, holy life is the outcome of our unshakable trust in God. Psalm 46 also calls us to “Be still [tranquil, at peace], and know that I am God” (v. 10).
So, “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem [for all God’s people]: they shall prosper that love thee” (Ps. 122:6, KJV).
Author: Richard H. Neiderhiser
February 12th, 2014 at 6:03 am
I am so excited to be able to have devotions from the “Come Ye Apart” devotions. Thank you for your technology and desire to share!!
Is there not a song to share?
February 12th, 2014 at 9:01 am
Kari, Thanks for your kind comments. The online version format does not allow us to include all of the features found in the print version. The print version includes the quotes, theme verse, and mission prayer requests. Many of the quotes find there way onto the WordAction Curriculum Facebook page. You can check that out or go to http://www.WordAction.com and click on the adult curriculum. You can find subscription information there.