This semester I have been blessed to be in a class that is studying the Old Testament book of Isaiah. This class is not just a read-it-and-take-it-at-its-word class; we get in to some deep discussion and I am so super thankful for that! Anyways, today in class, we read Isaiah 5:4 and the scripture says-"What more could have been done to My vineyard that I have not done in it?" (Note: over and over in scripture we see God refer to His people as His "vineyard") This scripture comes after a time when Isaiah is describing the fall of Jerusalem and Judah in the Southern Kingdom. However, God's Word is still applicable to us today!! When we read this particular scripture, it felt so convicting in my heart. How often do I try to seek out and do things on my own, trying to make my life better? Right here, in His Word, God is telling us, "Hey, what more do you want that I have not already done for you?!" Was the cross not enough? Was the blood of the Son of Man not enough to satisfy our every longing that we have in a relationship with Him?? I'm reminded of the song "Enough"—"all of You is more than enough for all of me…" Why is it that we seek out things outside of God when He has done everything, and provides everything that we need? So I leave you with this…."What more could have been done for you that I have not done already?" (verse reworded)
keep on keepin on!!
-K
1 comment:
Ms Kayla,
When the apostle Paul wrote a young man named Timothy, he encouraged him with these words; "Study, that is to say, be diligent to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed....." As a serious student of scripture you have grown in the essence of God's teachings, embraced them, and have obviously been enriched by them. I pray that you continue to grow and find success in your studies.
Concerning your current thought, I like what David wrote in Psalm 18:35 as he speaks of our Lord.... "He has given me the shield of His salvation, His hand has held me up, and His gentleness has made me great." (Paraphrase of the verse) You have well asked the question, "What more can God do?" He is our Savior, our sustainer, and our greatest supporter.
I think that Isaiah would have agreed with David, how about you?
Thanks for the thought, I appreciate it!
JIM
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