In Truth and with Love

 

Isaiah 12 is only six verses long.

But in those six verses, the prophet offers both Thanksgiving and praise.

In the second part of verse four, Isaiah reminds us how we can put these concepts into action.

Isaiah 12:4b (NRSVue) - make known his deeds among the nations; proclaim that his name is exalted.

In Matthew, Jesus commissions the disciples.

Jesus concludes this with specific instructions for them.

Matthew 28:19-20 (NRSVue) - Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.

The Great Commission applies to all believers.

It was not just for a handful of followers two millennia ago.

Isaiah’s reminder, though far older, still applies.

The world still needs bold witnesses.

As believers, we are called to be those witnesses in today’s world.

Our words and actions can be effective testimony if they are rooted in love.

That testimony must also be founded in truth.

That is a tall order for anyone.

But we can count on the Lord to help us choose our words and our actions.

With His help, we can reflect both His light and His love into an often dark and chaotic world.

Others cannot help but be attracted to that light and that love.

 

Blessings,

Jim Pokorny

The Other Brother Jim

Look for me at faithfulfeetteam.blogspot.com on Friday, September 5, 2025.

I will be back here on Friday, September 12, 2025