On that day the root of Jesse
will stand as a banner for the peoples.
The nations will look to him for guidance,
and his resting place will be glorious.
Isaiah 11:10
Observation: As Isaiah gives this messianic prophesy of the child that will come to lead all people in some time after the exile, this is how that prophesy ends ... this offspring of Jesse's line will become a symbol and celebration for everyone; all the nations will seek his guidance; and yet though he has died (he has a 'resting place'), that very grave will be deemed glorious.
And so the prophesy of the resurrection is given, that Messiah will die, and yet a) his very grave will be considered glorious, b) his wisdom will still be sought, and c) this promise and glory is for all people and all nations.
Application: The resurrection was not just about eternal life. It was also about proving all the promises of Messiah, including that Messiah promises us guidance in our lives. It is by his teaching that we may in fact have life, AND life to the fullest ... two different things! I can receive eternal life by faith, and I can have a fulfilled life through obedience to his teaching.
I have been praying for guidance in my life for a long time. Today, I claim this, not as a hope of something I would like to have, but as a promise already given. By my faith in Jesus Christ, I claim guidance for my life.
Prayer: Lord, today I see this as a settled matter. You will guide my life. May I have life in the fullest, which will be the outcome of obeying your teaching, by your word and your promise. Amen.
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