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Isaiah - Day 10

versebyverse | May 17, 2008 17:36

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10 (NIV): "Hear the word of the LORD, you rulers of Sodom; listen to the law of our God you people of Gomorrah!"

Thought: To me, a thorough examination of what kind of nation we have become would do us all a great deal of good.

Question: Do I follow "the law of God"?

Now Isaiah addresses Israel in these terms: they are like the rulers of Sodom and Gomorrah. They have come so far that they stand similarly on the verge of fiery destruction. They have exercised their authority to draw many away into evil and sin. Perhaps this "name-calling" will wake them up. The past historical record of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah is a strong epitath for those who died there, but a more powerful statement of force to those still living. Will Israel, will we, heed this pointed warning? Beware! You are rulers, but how do you rule? Whose "law" stands supreme? It ought to be "the word of the LORD". It should be "the law of our God."

Prayer: Most Holy God, help me to hear Your word. Help me to listen to Your law. These are what will save me, oh my God! Amen.