Isaiah 26:3 KJV
Today part of our devotions focused on Isaiah 26:3 by saying, "Let the goal of this day be to bring every thought captive to me." One of the key words in the verse in Isaiah is "stayed". The definition from the American College Dictionary is, "something used or serving to support or steady a thing; a prop; a brace; to sustain or strengthen mentally or spiritually; to fix or rest in dependence or reliance."
Many people seek peace through various activities such as yoga, drugs, addictions, medications, and alcohol. These are all temporary fixes but don't give a lasting peace. The Bible makes it very clear that we find our peace when we keep our mind on the Lord. Psalm 112:7 reads, "He will have no fear of bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD."
Matthew Henry says in his commentary, "Thou will keep him in peace; in perfect peace, inward peace, outward peace, peace with God, peace of conscience, peace at all times, in all events. Trust in the Lord for that peace, that portion, which will be forever."
Today Gail went to visit Clara and Betty at the Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Clara is now to the point of total dependence on the caregivers at the facility. However, she is living out Isaiah 26:3 because the focus of her mind and heart is on the Lord. Many in her situation would be depressed and anxious about their condition. Gail goes once a week to encourage Clara and Betty but always returns home being the one who has been encouraged because of Clara and Betty's trust and faith. Both ladies have walked with the Lord for many years and it is very evident as they face the twilight of their life. As a result Gail looks forward to visiting them each week.
We would like to close with the verse from II Corinthians 10:5b, "bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ."
Blessings and Encouragement,
Paul, Gail, Patsy and Penny
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