As human beings, we like proof—evidence that something is true, but did you know the biblical definition of proof is trial, test, or to find by experience. God’s promise to save us includes reconciliation, participation, cleansing, protection, peace, trust, and restoration and he proves himself honorable and trustworthy even when we are slow to trust him. He is always working salvation in us. People are not always reliable or trustworthy, but when we place our trust in the Lord, we always come back with proof of his faithfulness to save. The Lord has a perfect reputation.
In our passage from Isaiah, today, we witness the prophet’s personal song filled with praise for the goodness of God to promise salvation. Now, Isaiah has already prophesied a child would be born, a Son would be given (9:6). Praise God, the gospels bring the proof of that prophecy being fulfilled (e.g. Luke 2).
There are still other prophecies Isaiah gave that are waiting to be fulfilled: a change in the economy, change in physical existence, change in judicial life, and a change in the spiritual world. According to Isaiah, all people will be evangelized; every tongue will sing praises to God. We have yet to see that one fulfilled.
When songs of praise fill our souls, joy always spills out because salvation is the Lord’s work; the joy of the Lord is our strength! Join with my heart, today, and celebrate the Lord’s goodness and greatness. My life and your life is the proof.
Isaiah 12:2-6 NLT
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See, God has come to save me.
I will trust in him and not be afraid.
The Lord God is my strength and my song;
he has given me victory.”
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With joy you will drink deeply
from the fountain of salvation!
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In that wonderful day you will sing:
“Thank the Lord! Praise his name!
Tell the nations what he has done.
Let them know how mighty he is!
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Sing to the Lord, for he has done wonderful things.
Make known his praise around the world.
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Let all the people of Jerusalem [Zion] shout his praise with joy!
For great is the Holy One of Israel who lives among you.”
Prayer: Lord, today we want to drink deeply from your fountain of salvation. We praise you for your trustworthiness and we want to make that clear to the people around us. Holy Spirit, help us tell about the goodness of the Lord and that every promise is sure. In Jesus’ name. Amen.