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Isaiah 53:5 / Verse of the Day & Daily Devotion

His Pain, Our Gain

Isaiah 53 is a stunning chapter in the Bible—in what is now commonly referred to as the “Old Testament.”

Approximately 700 years before Jesus walked the earth, Isaiah prophesied about a suffering servant who would also, somehow and in some way, be exalted. A coming Savior, a future Redeemer, the long-awaited Messiah—whose death would ultimately bring life.

A portion of Isaiah 53 says this:

“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”
‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭53‬:‭5‬ ‭NIV

So, who was this man who would be pierced, crushed, and wounded because of someone else’s sins? Whose undeserved punishment would be the catalyst for healing? Whose life would be given as an offering—so that others might live?

Jesus Christ not only fits the description of the suffering servant who paid the ultimate price to buy His people back, redeem them, and set them free—He also fits the description of many other inspired predictions about the promised deliverer of the Jewish nation…

The Messiah was prophesied to come from the lineage of David (Isaiah 9:7) and be born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14) in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2). He would do astonishing miracles (Isaiah 35:5-6). Though innocent (Isaiah 53:8), He’d be betrayed by a close friend (Psalm 41:9), beaten and spit on (Isaiah 50:6), pierced in the hands and feet (Psalm 22:16), and ultimately killed (Daniel 9:26). But because He would intercede for rebels (Isaiah 53:12), many would be counted as righteous (Isaiah 53:11).

Just as a soldier would give his life for his fellow countrymen, Jesus gave His life for the world.

Today, consider the consequences of Jesus’ decision. Consider the abundant life you have access to because Jesus took on your suffering and shame. Reflect on Jesus’ crucifixion as you go about your day.

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Matthew 5:4 / Verse of the Day & Daily Devotion

The Other Side of Grief

Can anything good come from grief? From mourning a deep loss? From weeping over a profound heartache? Even from grappling with your own sin?

While grief is an unavoidable part of life, no one likes to grieve. But in the second beatitude—a series of promises Jesus made about God’s Kingdom—Jesus said this:

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬ ‭ESV‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

No one can appreciate rain more than someone who’s lived in the desert. No one can value food more than someone who’s truly been starving. And no one can know God as their Comforter like someone who’s desperately needed comfort.

Unfortunately, death, decay, and disappointment are a part of this world. But even in our sorrow, suffering, and shortcomings, God stands ready to comfort us—in unique and meaningful ways that only He can.

The Holy Spirit is often called the “Comforter,” as well as “Helper,” “Counselor,” or ...

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