Isaiah’s people, divided, scared and beleaguered and without a steadfast competent leader were wondering how to have hope. He has words of hope for us, divided, scared, beleaguered, and without steadfast competent leadership.
Does God test our faith? What are the questions? What are the right answers? Why would a God who loves us test us, anyway? Maybe it’s all just an invitation to love.
Do your identity and security come from what you do, what you have, or what others think of you? Or from God? Do you realize how wealthy you are? And what will you do with your wealth?
The kingdom, power, and glory of God aren’t what we expect, and may make us uncomfortable, if Mary anointing Jesus’ feet at a fancy dinner is anything to go by.