Isaiah 43:19 explained - I Will Make A Way

Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert - Isaiah 43:19

Isaiah foreshadows that the Lord will judge Babylon and promises His exiled people new life. The Israelites are in desperate circumstances in Babylon. Life looks bleak and they are stuck in a pit of despair as they look back in life. But God is saying when you remember the past, look at the great work I have done for you, not the discouragement and defeat. For He is a God of miracles and He will make a way just has He has done before for them before. He creates roads in the wilderness. He forms rivers in the desert. He will make a new way.

Staying stuck in the past can often keeps us from the new God wants for our life. We worry about all the obstacles in the way. God continually reminds His people and us that it’s His will and way and He alone accomplishes it.

This verse reminds us of His provision and power. He is a God who cares. He will bring you home even when your wilderness is filled with discouragement and defeat. He makes a road. Even when your desert dries up your will, His river replenishes your soul. Trust in Him and His way.

 
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Waiting on His return

Every time I hear of destruction over in Israel, I’m reminded the Lord’s return COULD be near. It’s a reminder to run our race and always be ready. And how do I get ready? By waiting on His perfect timing and standing firm in His word. Living for the eternal and not the now

His word, the Bible, all 66 books are a gift to us. Each book, chapter and verse were given to us for a reason. It all teaches us, reminds us and points to His plan for salvation. From Creation and Fall to the resurrection and hope of the New Heaven and Earth.

Are we ready? Are we waiting? Are we standing firm in His authority and word or are we standing in our own authority and will and living by our own thoughts and words.

You might have seen it this video before, it’s been around forever. But Francis Chan has an illustration that really brings this thought to life. Take a watch.

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