Praise Park

July 18, 2007
Isaiah 60
God, You are calling Your people. The Jews back to your city, Jerusalem. “Get out of bed, Jerusalem! Wake up! Put your face in the sunlight. God’s bright glory has risen for you. His sunrise. Glory breaks over you.”

Then You go on to describe the return of Your people to the land you gave them. And all other nations coming too, to honor them with gifts and riches. V 16 You want the very best for Your people. No more leftovers and hand-me-downs.

You will install Peace and Righteousness. No more crime running rampant in the streets. V. 18 “You’ll name your main street “Salvation Way” and install “Praise Park.” (I like that). V. 22 The runt will become the great trive. The weakling becomes the strong nation because You are God and at the right time all this will happen.

I think of how despised, hated, and looked down on Israel is today and has been for centuries. This will all change. They will see the Savior and recognize Him as Your Anointed One, and all will be changed.

In the meantime, Jesus, have mercy on Your people. Protect this tiny nation set in the center of all their enemies. Keep America and England as allies and supporters of Israel. May we never desert them.

The power of Your promises are not diminished, not one bit. Praise You. The Lord who is Forever Faithful – even to Your unfaithful people.