Good Morning “Those Who’s Hope Is Properly Directed.”  Today we are in Isaiah 31.When you face a trial, a time of struggle or hard times - where do you turn?  What’s your first response?  Lack of hope breeds anxiousness, fear, and poor rash decisions.  Who has the power to make things better?  Some look to the government.  Others to doctors, institutions or individuals.  Still others to their own ...  Read More

Good Morning “Students of His Word.”  Today we are in Isaiah 30.UCLA did a study in which they polled thousands of students over 1400 college campuses.  The study took years.  Their findings overwhelmingly suggested that “spirituality” was on the rise.  However; a disturbing statistic emerged from the findings.  When asked “Do you seek “spirituality” to know what God requires of you?”  Only 13% an...  Read More

Good Morning “Men and Women of Action.”  Today we are in Isaiah 29.Actions speak louder than words.  Talks cheap.  You can talk it… but do you walk it?  For many who have grown up in The Church, the “right answer”, rattles right off the tongue.  Many know enough of Gods Word to enter into just about any debate regarding some of the most controversial theological issues - with confidence.  To some ...  Read More

Good Morning “Those Being Trained Up.”  Today we are in Isaiah 28.Yesterday we talked about producing fruit.  Todays chapter begins a section referred to as the Book of Woes.  It runs from Isaiah 28-35.  Isaiah uses Israel’s covenant with Egypt under King Hezekiah to parallel the future covenant that re-gathered Israel will make with the Antichrist (Daniel 9). This 2nd covenant will mark the begin...  Read More

Good Morning “Fruitful”Today we are in Isaiah 27.  In keeping with Isaiah’s Prophecy regarding the Millennial Kingdom, Isaiah picks up a missing link.  The evil one, the serpent of old, the snake, Leviathan must be dealt with.  Never forget, when God is ready, He wins!  Frankly there was never a battle at all.  Good and evil may be opposite, but they have never been equal as the ying and the yang ...  Read More

Good Morning “Grace Recognizers.”  Today we are in Isaiah 26.  “The world stinks.”  “My life stinks.”  “If God would actually bless me, then maybe I’d serve Him.”  Have you ever found yourself in conversation with someone with an attitude like that?  I have.  It’s actually common in the “entitled” world we live in.  Behind it seems to be the idea that “I am so awesome, God should simply bless my s...  Read More

Good Morning “Trusters of Gods Promises.”  Today we are in Isaiah 25.  With some of the horrifying details of the Tribulation in the rear view, Isaiah moves to describe early stages of The Millennial Kingdom.  The Remnant of Israel, those who survive Gods judgment is small.  Isaiah described them last chapter as what’s left after harvest, for gleaning.  “So will it be on the earth and among the na...  Read More

Good Morning “Those Who Want The Truth.”  Today we are in Isaiah 24.  I would venture to say that Isaiah 24 isn’t the go to passage for many progressive, “feel good”, “seeker friendly”, “prosperity gospel” messages.  This prophecy CAN be horrifying.  Summary: All the earth is destroyed, and its inhabitants suffer in unimaginable ways.  Even in the midst of all of this there are some that are singi...  Read More

Good Morning “Stuff Rejectors.”  Today we are in Isaiah 23.  Tyre is an ancient Phoenician city on the coast of the Med.  Today it’s part of southern coast of Lebanon. It’s a city that began on the mainland but later moved to an off shore island about a half mileaway.  It was a heavily protected and fortified city.  Tyre was a seaport of worldwide importance in its day. It was the principle seaport...  Read More

Good Morning “Those Who Heed Warnings.”  Today we are in Isaiah 22.When hail warnings go out in Eaton, you can count on neighbors bringing their cars over to the church?  Why?  They look to park their cars under our porte-cochere.  That’s a French word for large covered area we drive under, typically when unloading into the Family Activity Center.  Neighbors believe hail is coming and want to prot...  Read More

Good Morning “Wrecked”.  Today we are in Isaiah 21.  Know that as Isaiah lays out Gods plans for the judgment of Israel’s enemies we typically see both a near term judgment and a future “End Times” final judgment.  At times these appear intertwined and can be challenging to differentiate without other Scripture.  For instance “… Babylon has fallen, has fallen!…” Isaiah‬ ‭21‬:‭9‬ ‭Seems to be a nod...  Read More

Good Morning “Those Who Know Where to Look For Help.”  Today we are on Isaiah 20.What do we know about Isaiah?  Honestly not much. Today we learn the depth of his obedience.  Many within the Church Body are willing to serve in those “honored” areas, but fewer are willing to serve in areas no one sees.  Even less yet, are willing to serve in areas that are humbling… even perhaps demeaning.  For ins...  Read More