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Isaiah 25 Commentary
by Brad Boyles
Following a chapter on the destruction and judgment of God, we read a deeply personal appeal to His faithfulness. It almost reads like a prayer, and this is significant. When we face trials, struggles, sin issues, fear, etc., the only hope we have is in the Lord. We must lean into His trust and His faithfulness during the most brutal storms. We must remind ourselves of who He is and what He has promised. It is critical to remember both His truth and His grace.
Really, Isaiah’s response here is exactly how his people should react. It’s how we should react. There is humility and genuine praise offered forth. There is a recognition of how big He is and how small we are. We see a righteous fear of God. For those who respond with repentance, redemption overflows. However, those who continue in their selfish rebellion will face the coming wrath. It really is that simple.
There is another point that sticks out from this chapter. Though God will always crown Himself as the ultimate authority, and show His great power and strength, His desire is for us to change. Why else would He go to such lengths to put His own Son on a cross? God wants us to respond with love, joy, and holiness. The Scriptures make it plain what our response should be…
- 1 Thessalonians 5:18 ESV give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
- 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 ESV For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; 4 that each one of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, 5 not in the passion of lust like the Gentiles who do not know God;
- 1 Peter 2:15-17 ESV For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. 16 Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God. 17 Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor.
Give thanks. Pursue holiness. Fear God. Honor the King. For repentant believers, this is how we must respond to our Lord each and every day!