Living a Life Worth Living – Writings by Robin McKinley
This book of the Old Testament was written by Isaiah who was a prophet (holy man). God appointed him to warn the people in Judah. The people were evil. So, they should ask God to forgive them. Isaiah lived before Ezekiel and Jeremiah.
Isaiah described the future of many countries. But especially, he warned his own people in Judah and Israel.
But this book also contains many happy words. Isaiah wrote about a child who would have no human father. This child would become king. He would rule fairly. And the people would be glad. So, God will comfort his people. This child would be God’s servant. But people would not accept him. God’s servant would die so that God will forgive us. Then, God’s servant would live again. Everyone must trust him. God will forgive the people who confess their evil deeds to God. So, God himself will rescue his people.
The following post includes this tag in it. There is One God Always has been Always Will Be
After the church meets Jesus in the air, who will shine His light for all to see? The Lord has that detail covered and under His inspiration, the prophet Isaiah told us about it. Arise, Jerusalem! Let your light shine for all to see. For the glory of the LORD rises to shine on you. … Read more
Through the prophet Isaiah, God extended a straightforward invitation for us to receive salvation. He wrote, “seek the Lord,’ and “call on Him” years before Jesus came to the earth. Seek the Lord while you can find him. Call on him now while he is near. Isaiah 55:6 When Isaiah wrote those words, he directed … Read more
People in general are quick to give others their opinion and even advice. Some will attribute or blame God for what comes out of their mouths. So, how do we know when or if we hear the voice of God? Our verse for today comes from a story of a messenger delivering a message from … Read more
Isaiah wrote that the wolf and the lamb will live together “in that day.” What day? In today’s chapter, the prophet laid out how something that unusual will happen. In that day the wolf and the lamb will live together; the leopard will lie down with the baby goat. The calf and the yearling will … Read more
Do you know what you and every other person in the world have going for them? Every one of us is special to the Lord. Every one of us are made in the image of God. How terrible it would be if a newborn baby said to its father, ‘Why was I born?’ or if … Read more
No one knows when the end of time will arrive. One thing we do know though is it’s getting closer. As the clock continues to tick, the signs of the times are moving upon us. Our courts oppose the righteous, and justice is nowhere to be found. Truth stumbles in the streets, and honesty has … Read more
What picture comes into your mind when you hear the phrase, “the glory of the Lord?” Most people see a superhuman figure sitting on a throne surrounded by bright lights. Others might picture Jesus standing in the air in front of rays of light. I have to say, those visions could likely capture His glory. … Read more
Isaiah 45 begins with this statement. This is what the Lord says to Cyrus, his anointed one. A person might be tempted to question God because He anointed this ungodly king. How terrible it would be if a newborn baby said to its father, ‘Why was I born?’ or if it said to its mother, … Read more
Each of us is a product of God’s creation. Even with all the diversity among humans, we all have one major attribute in common. We are all called by God for His glory. Not all of us though claim the Lord as our God. Bring all who claim me as their God, for I have … Read more
Do you need a pick-me-up today? If not now, then the next time you need one, Isaiah 40 is the chapter to read. When you feel weak, trust God because He gives power. He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Isaiah 40:29 This not only speaks of how personal the Lord … Read more