Isaiah 43:12a I have revealed and saved and proclaimed—
Verses 10 & 12 contain the words “You are my witnesses.” What are the Israelites witnessing to or for exactly? That God is with us always. That we do not need to be afraid. That He is the One True God. To whom are they witnessing? “…[T]hose who have eyes but are blind, who have ears but are deaf” (v8).
Isaiah 43:12b I, and not some foreign god among you.
God asks us to do the same today–witness to others of His presence, mercy, love by glorifying His name. That witness looks different for everyone, but it involves sharing Jesus with others in a way that is unique to us. God will use all our efforts if we allow.
Isaiah 43:12c You are my witnesses,” declares the Lord, “that I am God.
Lord, Sometimes the task of sharing You with others feels so daunting. I want to stammer like Moses and give you excuse after excuse about why I am not suited for this task. But You uniquely created each of us to interact with You and perceive You in our own special way. Someone out there needs our story. It’s the only way they will ever see Your goodness. Help us to share Your love abundantly. Amen.
Isaiah 43:13 Yes, and from ancient days I am he. No one can deliver out of my hand. When I act, who can reverse it?”
Have a blessed day.