But now, O Jacob, listen to the LORD who created you. O Israel, the one who formed you says, “Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are mine. When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I gave Egypt as a ransom for your freedom; I gave Ethiopia and Seba in your place. Others were given in exchange for you. I traded their lives for yours because you are precious to me. You are honored, and I love you. [Isaiah 43.1-4]
As I read today's OYCB reading, it made more sense than ever that I am Israel in Christ as all are Israel who are in Christ.
In faith, I am in Christ Who is in Israel. So, I am in Israel and I am God's Chosen.
The Spirit of the LORD is upon me. He has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, and that the time of the LORD's favor has come.
Father, may I have greater revelation of Christ in me! And may that revelation be for the work of ministry as Jesus demonstrated.
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