The ESV Study Bible comments on Isaiah 55:8, “Because God is perfectly
wise in all his thoughts and ways, his people can take great comfort amid
hardship and when inevitably they are unable to understand the mysteries and
tragedies of life.” While in Caesarea Paul was again warned about continuing
onto Jerusalem (Acts 21:8-12). Despite these warnings, he was determined to
follow God’s call regardless of the consequences. Initially this caused confusion and
disagreement among the disciples (Acts 21:13). Ultimately however, they resolved
to trust God’s plan (economy) declaring, “The Lord’s will be done!” (Acts
21:14)
Take some time to examine the
following scriptures where God’s instructions initially appeared
counterintuitive. How was faith in God’s economy rewarded?
Judges 7:1-25--
1 Kings 17:7-24--
2 Kings 18:8-37
Esther 4:1-17--
Daniel 1:8-21--
Mark 12:41-44--
Luke 19:1-10--
Acts 9:10-19--
How is the Holy Spirit leading
you to demonstrate your trust in “God’s economy”?
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