Isaiah 25:6 On this mountain the Lord Almighty will prepare a feast of rich food for all peoples, a banquet of aged wine— the best of meats and the finest of wines.
Lord, You know that I struggle with death, with earthly goodbyes, with letting go of those who have gone before. Thank You that You know my heart, that You love those I love more than I am even capable of loving. Thank You that the moment someone takes a last breath here, they open their eyes to You, to eternity, to the loved ones who have gone before.
Isaiah 25:7 On this mountain he will destroy the shroud that enfolds all peoples, the sheet that covers all nations;
Father, Thank You that we do not grieve as those who have no hope (1 Thess 4:13), that You care for us and about our sadness so much that You collect every tear in a bottle (Psalm 56:8), that You understand our sadness but that You hold our loved ones securely in the palm of Your hand and You always have.
Isaiah 25:8a …he will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces;
Precious Savior, Thank You that You gave Your life for us, that You love us fiercely, unconditionally, eternally. Thank You that this world is not our home, that You have gone ahead to prepare a place for us (John 14:3), that our loved ones who have gone before are securely in Your care, happy and whole. While I am on this earth, help me to shine Your light, knowing when You call me home, I will be reunited with You and with those I love. Amen.
Isaiah 25:8b …he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The Lord has spoken.
Have a blessed day.