From the Heart by B.Demaere

  Amid our changing world it is nice to know that we have some constants, like the person of our faith, God.   He never changes, his intention to love us will stay the same. Within the next Bible verse, we see a strong affirmation of this love for us.   Several centuries before its conception, the Son of God , Jesus was prophesied revealing who he is and the appearance of His Kingdom. Here is the prophecy from the prophet Isaiah in chapter 9:6 For to us a Child shall be born , to us a Son shall be given; And the government shall be upon His  shoulder, And His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God , Everlasting Father , Prince of Peace   Within the season of Christmas , He is our Anchor for our faith.   We have been given a Son, the Son of God.   Unfathomably, the gender of this child was predicted so far ahead and that alone should fill us with wonder.   But also, the prediction of His occupation in this worl...

        Who is among you who fears the Lord, Who obeys the voice of His Servant, Yet who walks in darkness and has no light? Let him trust and be confident in the name Of the Lord and let him rely on His God.   Listen carefully, all you who kindle your own Fire [devising your own man-made plan of Salvation], Who surround yourselves with torches, Walk by the light of your [self-made] fire And among the torches that you have set ablaze, But this you will have from my hand; You will lie down in [a place of] torment. (Isaiah 50:10-11) (Amplified)   When dark times come in our lives or in the world, we tend to lean on self or find alternate solutions opposed to trusting God.   But even here in these words, we are encouraged to trust in God and use the Light that He gives us. Furthermore, we are even promised that if we rely on our own light, we will face torment.  Have you ever been tormented?  This might be the reason; the Lord is allowing it....