Good Morning “Hearts Like Jesus.” Today we are in Isaiah 16.
Isaiah’s prophecy concerning the Moabites covers two chapters: 15-16. Chapter 15 gives a picture of their total destruction. 16 gives us some of the reasons why. See Jeremiah 48 for more of the story.
Within a short period, Isaiah’s words were fulfilled. Assyria came onto Moab, marching southward and driving those that escaped the sword into the territory of Edom. City after city had fallen. Most of the places mentioned can still be located. Moab was arrogant, The Lord makes that clear. Living in Israel 100 years after Isaiah, Jeremiah repeats Isaiah’s charge, adding further clarity that God’s patience had run out (Jeremiah 48:26).
Moab had wealth - plenty of sheep. We find that in 2 Kings 3:4. In Isaiah 16:1, Moab is asked to send tribute to Jerusalem. The picture of the Moabites crossing the border into Edom carrying all their family treasures reminds us of the insecurity of riches. Hysterical women are running southward, away from the aggressor; they are like young birds shaken out of their nests and fluttering about on the floor below. (16:2)
Those who rebel against God often turn to some sort of religion for justification. Man’s religions are his greatest crimes. Moab is no different, but even as she presents herself at high places, it is only to wear herself out. Her praying is to no avail. Jesus made similar comments about the showy practice of “religion” in Matthew 6:7.
Nothing but grief comes to those who stand opposed to God. And this is only a PICTURE of what awaits ALL who ultimately defy Him.
Even still, get a picture of The Heart of God as He cries out for Moab. (15:5; 16:7, 9, 11). He longs for those opposed to Him, to repent and turn their eyes upon Him. He takes no delight in the death of the wicked. Isaiah speaks more than the facts of their judgment; he speaks God’s heart for sinners, as well.
“Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Sovereign Lord. Rather, am I not pleased when they turn from their ways and live?” Ezekiel 18:23 NIV
Also 2 Peter 3:9.
Where are you at today? How’s your heart for the lost? Love you all! Dig in!
Isaiah’s prophecy concerning the Moabites covers two chapters: 15-16. Chapter 15 gives a picture of their total destruction. 16 gives us some of the reasons why. See Jeremiah 48 for more of the story.
Within a short period, Isaiah’s words were fulfilled. Assyria came onto Moab, marching southward and driving those that escaped the sword into the territory of Edom. City after city had fallen. Most of the places mentioned can still be located. Moab was arrogant, The Lord makes that clear. Living in Israel 100 years after Isaiah, Jeremiah repeats Isaiah’s charge, adding further clarity that God’s patience had run out (Jeremiah 48:26).
Moab had wealth - plenty of sheep. We find that in 2 Kings 3:4. In Isaiah 16:1, Moab is asked to send tribute to Jerusalem. The picture of the Moabites crossing the border into Edom carrying all their family treasures reminds us of the insecurity of riches. Hysterical women are running southward, away from the aggressor; they are like young birds shaken out of their nests and fluttering about on the floor below. (16:2)
Those who rebel against God often turn to some sort of religion for justification. Man’s religions are his greatest crimes. Moab is no different, but even as she presents herself at high places, it is only to wear herself out. Her praying is to no avail. Jesus made similar comments about the showy practice of “religion” in Matthew 6:7.
Nothing but grief comes to those who stand opposed to God. And this is only a PICTURE of what awaits ALL who ultimately defy Him.
Even still, get a picture of The Heart of God as He cries out for Moab. (15:5; 16:7, 9, 11). He longs for those opposed to Him, to repent and turn their eyes upon Him. He takes no delight in the death of the wicked. Isaiah speaks more than the facts of their judgment; he speaks God’s heart for sinners, as well.
“Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Sovereign Lord. Rather, am I not pleased when they turn from their ways and live?” Ezekiel 18:23 NIV
Also 2 Peter 3:9.
Where are you at today? How’s your heart for the lost? Love you all! Dig in!
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