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Scripture:  Isaiah 7:2 (NIV):  "Now the house of David was told, 'Aram has allied itself with Ephraim'; so the hearts of Ahaz and his people were shaken, as the trees of the forest are shaken by the wind."

Thought:  To me, betrayal is a painful reminder of our frailty as human beings and our failure to love as God loves.

Question:  Have I experienced the hurt of disloyalty?

An unfavorable strengthening of the enemy strikes fear into Judah.  Rezin allies with part of Israel against Judah.  A person's enemies are often members of his own "family."  This DOES bring fear.  The assault comes so much nearer home!

The word "betrayal" comes to mind.  When friends or family ally with others against you it can definitely "shake the heart"!  One begins to question their self-worth and their standing with God:  why, Lord, have You allowed this attack against me?  This is a time to draw even nearer to God, not away from Him--nearer both in fearful respect and in trust; knowing God is in control I yield to His authority, making sure my sins are confessed, but I also trust that He has good plans of care for the "bigger picture" of my life.

Christ was betrayed by someone on "the inside".  One of His own disciples, Judas of the inner circle, became His most effective enemy.  Yet even this was part of the great plan of the Father.  Christ was not "shaken as the trees of the forest are shaken by the wind" and neither should we be if we are trusting in Him and in God's greater plans.

Prayer:  Lord, when my heart is shaken by hurts and disloyalties, cause me to reach out for You!  Help me to trust Your kindness and mercy.  Remind me that You work all things for good.  Amen.

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