BEYOND THE LIMITS OF OUR UNDERSTANDING

In our journey through Isaiah, we'll continue to look at God's amazing prophetic encouragement to His people as they would find themselves in the pain and questions of exile. Last week, we saw God's posture of love, inviting them (and us) to ultimate restoration. Today, we'll see how verses 12-28 address God's absolute ability to fulfil His promises and His purposes. Where they (and we) could not see a way (v. 27), God would prove Himself absolutely capable of making a way. When we bump into the limits of our understanding, God invites us to... Look at Creation (12-14, 21-22, 26) God's creation reveals unparalleled wisdom and power that brought this world into existence and faithfully sustains it day by day. Creation is thus a constant reminder of God's greatness. Look at History (15-17, 23-24) Nations have continually risen only to fall. Kingdoms in the height of their power make great claims, yet do not last. As we look at the fickleness of human power, we are reminded of God's infinite power. He is King, not only of one nation, but over all. Look at the Futility of Idols (16-20) By trying to regain control, humans create idols and they look to these creations for life and deliverance. We still do this by looking to things other than God for security and meaning, but our idols can't ultimately deliver. Look in Trust to His Wisdom (27-28, 31)