THIRD TUESDAY OF ADVENT
ISAIAH, THE CALL TO HOLINESS
SCRIPTURE
READING: Isa 1:10-20, 2:
3-14, 6:1-13, 8:11 through 9:7
Isaiah
was one of the greatest prophets of the Old Testament, called by God to speak
to the people of Judah during a time of moral and spiritual
decline. In a powerful vision, Isaiah saw God’s glory and felt unworthy,
saying, “Woe to me! I am ruined!” But God purified him by
touching his lips with a burning coal, symbolizing forgiveness and
cleansing (Isaiah 6:5-7).
Isaiah
boldly proclaimed messages of judgment, hope, and restoration. He
delivered some of the most profound prophecies about the coming Messiah,
including:
- “The people
walking in darkness have seen a great light” (Isaiah
9:2), foretelling the birth of Jesus.
- The Messiah would be
called “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father,
Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6).
- He also spoke of
the Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53), who would bear the
sins of many—a clear foreshadowing of Jesus’ sacrificial death for
our salvation.
Isaiah’s words call us to repentance, hope, and trust in
God’s plan. His prophecies remind us that God’s promise of a Savior was
fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who brings light and redemption to the
world.
PRAYER:
Lord,
thank You for the words of the prophet Isaiah, who pointed to the coming of
Jesus. Help us to turn from our sins and live in the hope and light of Your
salvation. May we be faithful in sharing Your message of grace and truth. Amen.
