A Daily Devotion for Monday, November 17

Isaiah 43:16-21

This is what the LORD says—

he who made a way through the sea,

a path through the mighty waters,

who drew out the chariots and horses,

the army and reinforcements together,

and they lay there, never to rise again,

extinguished, snuffed out like a wick:

“Forget the former things;

do not dwell on the past.

See, I am doing a new thing!

Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?

I am making a way in the wilderness

and streams in the wasteland.

The wild animals honor me,

the jackals and the owls,

because I provide water in the wilderness

and streams in the wasteland

to give drink to my people, my chosen,

the people I formed for myself

that they may proclaim my praise.”

This passage provides comfort along with encouragement to give up old hindrances and worries. “See, I am doing a new thing!” When we feel overwhelmed or overlooked, God is still hard at work, following through with His plan for us. We must never turn away from his guidance and comfort. He is not through with us, ever.

Holy Lord, you guide me along my path, and I know you will not leave me outside of your comfort and care. Help me to see the new things and to let go of what is no longer needed. I trust you. Amen

Becky, transforming