Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Surprised to See Wonder Here


And the Lord said: 

"Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me, 
and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men, therefore, behold, I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder; and the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the discernment of their discerning men shall be hidden.”

Isaiah 29:13-14



It was unexpected.


37 comments:

  1. Amen. What a wonderful photo, both softness and ice.

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  2. Tough verse - what does that mean to you?

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    1. That He pursues us even when we do not know anything.

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    2. Yes! He pursues us...such great mercy and grace. He is so magnificent.

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  3. In a commentary that I read..."there's a blindness to mechanical religion". "Empty ritualism does not bring closeness to God. The principle of resorting to human wisdom rather than divine wisdom was the spiritual plague of Jerusalem." God will intervene in the future...

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  4. "I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder;" I love the hope that gives us in this time of feeling like things aren't so wonderful. God has not forsaken us. Thank you.

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    1. That is so encouraging. Thank you, Pamela.

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  5. Amen!!
    Only God alone can do such wonders!
    Blessings !
    Love!



    Those who go astray in spirit will come to understanding, and those who murmur will learn instruction. Isaiah 29:24

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  6. Hi Sandi,
    all wonderful things can be expected of our God. As far as 'wise' men are concerned 'He uses the foolish things to confound the wise.' God bless, lovely pic.

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    1. Amen, amen, amen!

      Thank you, Brenda. God bless you today.

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  7. What a wonderful photograph that is.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Thanks, Jan. I did not take it. I found it on Creative Commons. 😊

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  8. i know you are a great believer...i wonder what this verse means to you?? the picture is lovely!!!

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    1. Thanks, Debbie. To me it means God has not given up on us.

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    2. Yes! The blessing in remembering this is a great gift.

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  9. Wonderful photo indeed!
    Dimi...

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  10. An unexpected beauty captured in the photo. How great is that, enjoy!

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  11. Beautiful verse! Thank you Sandi. The tulip with the snow is truly beautiful.

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  12. Tulip in the snow is a rare phenomenon.

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  13. "What a friend we have in Jesus"is a nice song my mother song to me when little
    I think there are many reflections in the Bible that is very good and usuful learning .But I find it difficult to read the Bible..Many says that the Kingstone bible is easy and understandable to read :)Nice photo as well Tulip in the Frost!New beginning!From the cold to beautiful spring!Or visa versa!Life is always in change!Great to have someone to lean your shoulders on

    Greetings Anita


    Grretings Anita in Norway

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  14. We can be thankful for the words of the prophet; we need to be kept in sincerity.

    The tulip is beautiful - but reminds me: "As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour beseemeth not a fool", Proverbs 26:1.

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  15. Hi Sandi, You have mastered the art of short posts with deep meaning. The verse reminds me of the wonder of the power and that we are a part of the power. How far we will go depends on how well we do with our mission. Thank you for the blessings and returning same to you. John

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  16. Hello Sandi,
    Beautiful verse. The tulip is lovely.
    Take care! Enjoy your day! Have a great week ahead.

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  17. Thank you for your visit to my blog and kind words. Stay well, stay safe.

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