Let’s talk about anxiety.
When the nation of Israel was being threatened with extinction the prophet Isaiah comforted them with these words:
Isaiah 43:1–7
[1] But now thus says the LORD,
he who created you, O Jacob,
he who formed you, O Israel:
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by name, you are mine.
[2] When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
and the flame shall not consume you.
[3] For I am the LORD your God,
the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.
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[4] Because you are precious in my eyes,
and honored, and I love you,
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[5] Fear not, for I am with you;
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[7] everyone who is called by my name,
whom I created for my glory,
whom I formed and made.” (ESV)
Consider these questions about this passage. Take some notes about your answers.
1. Does this bring to mind a sin to confess?
2. Is there a promise here to claim?
3. Is there a command to obey?
4. Is there an example to follow?
5. Is there an error to avoid?
6. Is there something here to praise God for?
If you’d like to learn more about Isaiah 43 read The Enduring Word Commentary on Isaiah 43.