From the ends of the earth we hear songs of praise, of glory to the Righteous One. Isaiah 24:16
At the time of the writing of this passage, Judah was moving toward devastation. The prophet Isaiah described hearing songs of praise from distant lands even though the temple would be destroyed, the people of the land dispersed, and the land of Judah would see widespread desolation. The people of Judah were called to be a light to the nations despite and through their tribulations. Today, we continue to face difficult times, feelings that our world is spinning out of control due to natural disasters, illness, political strife, and international disputes. Like the people of Judah, we are called to raise our voices in songs of praise and glory to our God.
During this season of Advent, we are reminded that difficult times existed prior to and at the time of Jesus’ birth. Not even the Son of God was spared. The wisemen followed the star to find the baby Jesus, the light of the world. It was this light in the form of a baby that brought hope to people of the time and will continue to bring hope to people around the world forever.
Today and through the ages, we are reminded that troubled times do not separate believers from the love of God. Nothing can.
Heavenly Father, let us be like the people of Judah and raise our voices in songs of praise and glory to our God, in good and bad times. Amen.
Linda Graeff serves on the Artman Golf Outing Committee and is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale, PA.
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