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Weekly Guide:Week 74
June 23, 2019
Week 74 Day 1: Woe to Arrogance ⇧ ⇩
Forward
We continue to read the Book of Isaiah this week. From Isaiah’s prophecy about Israel, on one hand, we can see the grace of the Lord, on the other, we can see His righteousness. There’s no need for the believers who are on the solid foundation with the precious cornerstone to rush because mercy is the basis for which we stand. For those who refuse the Lord will be washed away by His righteousness and there’s a grim news for them: there will be judgment at the end when God’s glory is shown through His disciples. The flood of righteousness will inundate their hiding places, under the roses of grace there are the thorns of righteousness. The loving embrace God extends to all will strike back on His enemies. Fairness is shown through lively love. So, refuse blessing results only in curse. Under the great privilege comes the great responsibility. Refuse to respond to the Good News is the greatest tragedy.
May you all be renewed in God’s word each day!
Question
What is the consequence of Assyria king’s arrogance?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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In the fourteenth year of King Hezekiah’s reign, Sennacherib king of Assyria attacked all the fortified cities of Judah and captured them.
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The king of Assyria sent his field commander with a large army from Lachish to King Hezekiah at Jerusalem. The field commander slandered against Judah.
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When King Hezekiah heard this, he tore his clothes and put on sackcloth and went into the temple of the Lord. He sent his men to the prophet Isaiah.
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Isaiah comforted Hezekiah’s men.
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Hezekiah prayed to the Lord.
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Isaiah prophesied woe would come to the king of Assyria for his pride. The angel of the Lord went out and put to death a hundred and eighty-five thousand in the Assyrian camp.
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The king of Assyria was killed by his sons.
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - The Lord reminded us that: “Long ago I ordained it. In days of old I planned it.” Have I learned what the Lord has done through Bible and know how he loves me through my own experiences? Contemplate on this and give thanks to the Lord.
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 74 Day 2: Grave Illness Cured ⇧ ⇩
Question
What cured Hezekiah’s illness?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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Hezekiah became ill and was at the point of death. He turned his face to the wall and prayed to the Lord.
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The word of the Lord came to Isaiah: “Go and tell Hezekiah, I will add fifteen years to your life and I will defend this city.”
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Hezekiah recovered and wrote song in giving thanks to the Lord.
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Marduk-Baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent Hezekiah letters and a gift, because he had heard of his illness and recovery.
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Isaiah prophesized the house of Hezekiah would be carried off to Babylon.
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - In Hezekiah’s song of thanks, people’s lives are in the hand of the Lord. How do I see my own life? Where is God’s authority in my heart?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 74 Day 3: Lord is Shepherd ⇧ ⇩
Question
How did the Lord comfort the people of Jerusalem?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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The Lord comforted His people, spoke tenderly to Jerusalem.
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In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.
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The glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all people will see it together.
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The Sovereign Lord comes with power, He tends his flock like a shepherd:
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - All people are like grass, and all their faithfulness is like the flowers of the field. The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever. How may I establish my priority and identity from God word?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 74 Day 4: God is Incomparable ⇧ ⇩
Question
What has the Lord done?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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With whom will you compare God? To what image will you liken Him?
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God brings out the starry host one by one.
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God will lead all Israel. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
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God said to Israel: “You are my servant; I have chosen you and have not rejected you.” So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
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Idols, you are less than nothing and your works are utterly worthless; whoever chooses you is detestable.
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Where do I seek strength? How may I be strengthened by God?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 74 Day 5: The Only Savior ⇧ ⇩
Question
What should the Lord’s chosen servant do?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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The Lord has already chosen His servant. He will bring justice to the nations.
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The Lord have called him in righteousness, to be a covenant for the people and a light for the Gentiles.
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Let them give glory to the Lord and proclaim his praise in the islands.
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You have seen many things, but you pay no attention; your ears are open, but you do not listen.
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Do not fear, for I have redeemed you. Before me no god was formed, nor will there be one after me. I, even I, am the Lord, and apart from me there is no savior.
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Foretold the downfall of Babylon.
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The Lord is doing a new thing.
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I, even I, am He who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more.
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - The Lord had said: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” I shall remember this fact and let it strengthen me in difficult times.
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 74 Day 6: God be Praised ⇧ ⇩
Question
How may we praise the Lord for what He is doing?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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The God of Israel is the first and the last; apart from Him there is no God.
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Do not tremble, do not be afraid. You are my witnesses.
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All who make idols are nothing, and the things they treasure are worthless.
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Sing for joy, you heavens, for the Lord has redeemed Jacob, He displays His glory in Israel.
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - No idol worshiper has the knowledge or understanding that a deluded heart misleads him; he cannot save himself, or say, “Is not this thing in my right hand a lie?” What idols am I still worshiping?