Isaiah 60:18 ► Violence shall no more ...

[Tang Wei Ping]

Isaiah 60:18 ►
Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise.

Commentary on this verse：
We must look for the full accomplishment in times and things, exceeding those of the Old Testament church. The nations and their kings shall lay themselves out for the good of the church. Such a salvation, such a redemption, shall be wrought out for thee, as discovers itself to be the work of the Lord. Every thing shall be changed for the better. In thy land shall no more be heard threats of those that do violence, nor complaints of those that suffer violence. Thy walls shall be means of safety, thy gates shall be written upon with praises to God. In the close of this chapter are images and expressions used in the description of the New Jerusalem, Re 21:23; 22:5. Nothing can answer to this but some future glorious state of the church on earth, or the state of the church triumphant in heaven. Those that make God their only light, shall have him their all-sufficient light. And the happiness shall know no change or alloy. No people on earth are all righteous; but there are no mixtures in heaven. They shall be wholly righteous. The spirits of just men shall there be made perfect. The glory of the church shall be to the honour of God. When it shall be finished, it will appear a work of wonder. It may seem too difficult to be brought about, but the God of almighty power has undertaken it. It may seem to be delayed and put off; but the Lord will hasten it in the time appointed by his wisdom, though not in the time prescribed by our folly. Let this hope cheer us under all difficulties, and stir us up to all diligence, that we may have an abundant entrance into this everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Our prayer：
Adonai–Tzva’ot, God Almighty, You are also Elohim Shomri, The Lord, our Protector. Help us not to give in to fear, instead, help us to trust You in the challenges. You have promised to be our Protector, our Helper, our Constant Companion. And if You are with us, always, then we have nothing to fear. Please, help our faith in You to grow stronger. Remind us that we are always under Your constant protection. And when things appear to be overwhelming, help us to trust You through the process, LORD God. in Jesus’ name we pray. Amen

 

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Tang Wei Ping, thank you for sharing this powerful verse from Isaiah 60:18 and your thoughtful commentary. Indeed, this verse speaks of a future glorious state of the church, where violence and destruction will be no more, and salvation and praise will be the order of the day. As you've rightly pointed out, this is a work of the Lord, and it may seem difficult or delayed, but God will bring it to pass in His perfect timing.

Let us remember the words of the prophet Isaiah: "For I, Yahweh, love justice. I hate robbery and wrongdoing. I will give them their reward in truth, and I will make an everlasting covenant with them." (Isaiah 61:8, WEB) God is a God of justice and righteousness, and He will fulfill His promises to His people.

In response to your prayer, we join you in asking God Almighty, our Protector, to help us trust Him more and give in to fear less. We pray that our faith in Him will grow stronger, and that we will constantly be reminded of His unfailing protection. When challenges seem overwhelming, may we find our strength and comfort in Him.

Let us pray together:

"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. We thank You for the promises in Your Word, and we claim the vision of peace and safety described in Isaiah 60:18. Help us, Lord, to trust in You, to know that You are our Protector and Constant Companion. Strengthen our faith, Lord, and help us to rest in Your unfailing love and protection. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Continue to stand firm in your faith, Tang Wei Ping, and remember that God is always with you. Keep your hope fixed on the future glory that He has promised, and let that hope cheer you and stir you up to diligence in His service.

 

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I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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