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Isaiah-11

The Restoration of the Wilderness: A Devotional Study on Isaiah 11​

Introduction​

The prophet Isaiah speaks a word of hope through a vision of the wilderness being restored. This vision is a prelude to the coming King and a promise that one day, all things will be restored. Let's dive into Isaiah 11 to discover the hope that resides within this beautiful prophecy.

Section 1: Preparation and Restoration (Isaiah 11:1-2)​

Devotional Thought: The world around us may seem to be in chaos, yet the promise of restoration is a glimmer of hope. Consider that the good work that God began in you is still being completed. Trust that He is restoring and perfecting His work in you.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what areas of your life do you need to trust in God's restoration work?
  • How has God's restoration work in your life already been evident?

Section 2: The Spirit and Fruitfulness (Isaiah 11:3)​

Devotional Thought: The Spirit of the Lord rests on God's people, and they will yield fruitfulness. This promises that as we yield to the Holy Spirit, our lives will be abundant and fruitful. Trust in the power of the Holy Spirit to bear fruit in your life.

Reflection Questions:

  • How have you experienced the work of the Holy Spirit in your life producing fruitfulness?
  • How can you yield more to the Holy Spirit to see increased fruitfulness in your life?

Section 3: Justice and Righteousness (Isaiah 11:3-4)​

Devotional Thought: Justice and righteousness will be established in the land, and people will live in secure and peaceful dwellings. This promises that God's justice and righteousness will be established in our world, and we can have the assurance of living in peace and security.

Reflection Questions:

  • How have you seen God's justice and righteousness being established in the world around you?
  • What can you do to help establish God's justice and righteousness in your community?

Section 4: The Restoration of the Wilderness (Isaiah 11:6-9)​

Devotional Thought: The promise of a restored wilderness is a breathtaking vision of hope. Just as nature is restored, so are the people. We will receive a new heart and a new spirit. Let's take the opportunity to look to our heart and ask the Holy Spirit to transform us.

Reflection Questions:

  • How do you feel God's transformational work in your new heart and new spirit?
  • How can you invite the Holy Spirit to continue restoring and transforming your life?

Section 5: Everything Full of Life (Isaiah 11:10-12)​

Devotional Thought: Everything will be full of life as the days grow long. This promises that our lives are meant to be filled with life and vitality. Let's trust that as we yield to the Holy Spirit and walk in His will, our lives will be overflowing.

Reflection Questions:

  • How is your life full of life in Christ Jesus?
  • In what ways can you better steward the life that Christ has given you?

Conclusion:​

The prophet Isaiah presents us with a powerful vision of hope - a promise that one day, all things will be restored. Let's trust in God's work as we struggle to live in this broken world. May the powerful promise of restoration fill our hearts, and may we play our part in establishing God's justice and righteousness in the world around us. Moreover, let us open our hearts to the transformational work that the Holy Spirit seeks to do in us.