Religion & Spirituality
Isaiah 40 is one of the truly magnificent chapters of the Bible. Its opening mood is enchanting: comfort, tenderness, peace, pardon. Its commission is superb: Prepare the way of the Lord! Its prediction is dazzling: The glory of the Lord shall be revealed! Its depiction of humanity is devastating: All flesh is grass! Its portrayal of the Holy One is majestic: everlasting God, Creator of heaven and earth, whose fingers span the heavens and nightly reckon the stars by name. Its illustration of the mighty God's guardianship is captivating: Like a shepherd, He will feed, carry, and gently lead His flock. Magnificent, indeed!MESSAGE INTRODUCTIONHear the comforting voice of Gospel GraceHear the comforting voice to those in the wilderness of their livesHear the comforting voice of the Eternal Word of God Hear the voice of invitation, calling us to Behold Our God and to bring the good news of our GodMESSAGE OUTLINEComfort (vs. 1) Emphasized comfortExclusive comfortEverlasting comfortExtravagant comfortA voice calling (vs. 3)The King is comingOur hearts need to be preparedJesus, the glory of the Lord, will be revealed to the whole worldTHE GLORIOUS GOD IS WITH USA voice says (vs. 6)Be assured, people fade, but God is dependable - Commission - Cry out: Be assured/ Be certainPeople are unreliable. Life is short. God is sovereignTrust the Word of God that enduresInvitation: Behold Your Powerful and Present God: (Isaiah 40:9-11)Bring good news (vs. 9)Behold Your God: the Conquering WarriorBehold Your God: Sovereign LordBehold Your God: Tender Shepherd ______________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life’s biggest questions and helps us find God’s solutions to life’s struggles. Learn the power of living by God’s grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are on a search for freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show! https://jameslongjr.org/ https://www.facebook.com/drjameslongjr/ https://twitter.com/drjameslongjrhttps://jameslongjr.org/applepodcasthttps://jameslongjr.org/gogglepodcast https://jameslongjr.org/youtube