Isaiah - Day 90
versebyverse | September 03, 2008 17:45
Scripture: Isaiah 5:10 (NIV): "A ten-acre vineyard will produce only a bath of wine, a homer of seed only an ephah of grain."
Thought: To me, God prospers those who honor Him.
Question: Do I sense God's hand of blessing on my life?
Our continuing context of disobedience on the part of Israel and God's ensuing judgment upon them is still relevant in this verse. A "bath" measurement is equal to about 38 liters or 10 U.S. gallons only. Not much wine from a ten-acre vineyard! And an "ephah" of grain is equal to 1 bushel or about 35 liters. Again, a very small harvest from 10 bushels (a homer) of seed.
We are not told exactly how God brings about such fruitlessness. It may be through pests or blight or disease in the fields, or natural disasters such as floods, hail, freezes or fires. However it happens, God has chosen not to "bless" Israel's agricultural efforts. Israel is judged.
When will we realize that even today's agricultural plenty is not the result of fertilizers and irrigations only, but is directly controllled by God Who looks upon the hearts of those who work the land? And when will we realize this truth is applicable in all walks of life: God prospers those who honor and obey Him.
Prayer: Dear God, You are the Lord of the harvest. All bounty is from You! Help me to acknowledge You, credit You, thank You and praise You for all Your blessings. Amen.
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