Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

We return to the story as it was told in 2 Kings 19. Jerusalem is delivered from Assyria after Hezekiah humbles himself before the Lord. Isaiah is a direct participant in this, and we will read his words the next two days. Despite attacks by Cush, he continues to try to antagonize Judah. They rely on Jehovah and do not accept the threats as truth. Can we learn from them to ignore the threats of Satan and believe God will protect us? Here we once again read Isaiah’s prophecy against Assyria. We are told how these predictions come true.

A recurrent theme is used in Psalms 46. Yahweh as our strength, refuge, and help is presented again. Fear is displaced by our faith in our Lord. He is not only a being that rules the Universe, but He is a friend as close as a human brother. Stillness and peace are ours when we recognize Him as our fortress.

We have another tune in Psalms 80 that is not known. Jehovah is called the Shepherd of Israel and it is a four runner of Jesus referring to his people as sheep without a shepherd. God is praised for bringing them out of Egypt. The reference is to a vine planted in Israel. Jesus also spoke of vines and branches. Many of the things he said are drawn from the scriptures known in His day. Verse seventeen also could be viewed as Messianic due to the reference to the son of man.

Serving the Lord includes praising the Lord in Psalms 135. Yahweh is greater than all other gods. He is responsible for everything that happens, not just on our world. But throughout the universe. Miracles and daily events are due to His mercy. What is the name of our God? I am. He always was, is and always will be. Other gods are manmade. He made man.

©Copyright 2020 by Charles Kensinger