Read: Isaiah 43:16-21
We can all agree that we are living in uncertain times, with people suffering in varying degrees, physically, emotionally, psychologically, economically, culturally, and religiously. Many are fearful and probably doubtful. Our reading in Isaiah 43:16-21 today is a powerful reminder of God's sovereignty and his ability to bring about transformation. Many today are in a place of despair, longing for deliverance and restoration, let us trust in, “Thus says the Lord,” that he will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert (vs 19). This imagery of transformation and provision is deeply comforting, God assures us that he will provide sustenance and renewal. In our own lives, we may face seasons of dryness and difficulty, but God's promise remains: He will make a way where there seems to be none. Also, “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?" (vs19). This encourages us to open our hearts and minds to the transformative work that God is doing in our lives, even amid our struggles.
In this season of reflection, repentance, and renewal, we are invited to delve deeper into our faith and draw closer to God. Our Bible reading today speaks profoundly about God's redemptive power and his promise of new beginnings. Let us commit to living in a way that reflects his transformative power and declares his praise.
Isaiah 43:16-21 is a beacon of hope and renewal It reminds us that God is always at work, creating new beginnings and making a way where there seems to be none. As we continue our Lenten journey, let us embrace the new things God is doing in our lives and live in the fullness of God’s promise. May we declare God’s praise and honor him in all that we do.
Lord, as we journey through Lent, let us take to heart the lessons from our reading and create space for quiet reflection and prayer and listen for your voice and be open to the new paths you are leading us in Jesus’s name. Amen
Uloma Nathan-Igwe
Certified Lay Servant
We can all agree that we are living in uncertain times, with people suffering in varying degrees, physically, emotionally, psychologically, economically, culturally, and religiously. Many are fearful and probably doubtful. Our reading in Isaiah 43:16-21 today is a powerful reminder of God's sovereignty and his ability to bring about transformation. Many today are in a place of despair, longing for deliverance and restoration, let us trust in, “Thus says the Lord,” that he will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert (vs 19). This imagery of transformation and provision is deeply comforting, God assures us that he will provide sustenance and renewal. In our own lives, we may face seasons of dryness and difficulty, but God's promise remains: He will make a way where there seems to be none. Also, “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?" (vs19). This encourages us to open our hearts and minds to the transformative work that God is doing in our lives, even amid our struggles.
In this season of reflection, repentance, and renewal, we are invited to delve deeper into our faith and draw closer to God. Our Bible reading today speaks profoundly about God's redemptive power and his promise of new beginnings. Let us commit to living in a way that reflects his transformative power and declares his praise.
Isaiah 43:16-21 is a beacon of hope and renewal It reminds us that God is always at work, creating new beginnings and making a way where there seems to be none. As we continue our Lenten journey, let us embrace the new things God is doing in our lives and live in the fullness of God’s promise. May we declare God’s praise and honor him in all that we do.
Lord, as we journey through Lent, let us take to heart the lessons from our reading and create space for quiet reflection and prayer and listen for your voice and be open to the new paths you are leading us in Jesus’s name. Amen
Uloma Nathan-Igwe
Certified Lay Servant