The first time i hear this passage was in a prayer over me. It was a prayer earnestly seeking boldness for the Kingdom. A prayer to encourage me to show others the life that is available in the one true Redeemer. in that prayer, i was shown something that would stay an inspiration: even a half of a year later.
The beauty of the promises for God's people sometimes catch me off guard. God is the ultimate Life-Giver. He brings joy where there was desolation. He brings peace where there was distress. His Word will always accomplish what He designs it to. He will not be denied.
"As the rain and the snow
come down from heaven,
and do not return to it
without watering the earth
and making it bud and flourish,
so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater,
so is my word that goes out from my mouth:
It will not return to me empty,
but will accomplish what I desire
and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
You will go out in joy
and be led forth in peace;
the mountains and hills
will burst into song before you,
and all the trees of the field
will clap their hands.
Instead of the thornbush will grow the juniper,
and instead of briers the myrtle will grow.
This will be for the LORD’s renown,
for an everlasting sign,
that will endure forever.”
Isaiah 55:10-13
My Savior satisfies. He works in the lowest of sinners. He justifies. He sanctifies. He uses those most unworthy for His glory. Nothing is beyond His reach. He blesses beyond my wildest imagination. In family and friends. In mentors and opportunities to serve. He brings lessons and inspiration, healing and growth. in Him is true freedom and grace. The abounding love flows without ceasing. Hallelujah. He will not be denied in bringing life.
