The
Lord Is Good
The
Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in
him, but with an overwhelming flood he will make an end of Nineveh; he will
pursue his foes into the realm of darkness.
Whatever they plot against the Lord he will bring to
an end; trouble will not come a second time.
They will be entangled among thorns and drunk from
their wine; they will be consumed like dry stubble.
From you, Nineveh, has one come forth who plots evil
against the Lord and devises wicked plans.
This is what the Lord says: “Although they have allies
and are numerous, they will be destroyed and pass away.
Although I have afflicted you, Judah, I will afflict
you no more.
Now I will break their yoke from your neck and tear
your shackles away.”
The Lord has given a command concerning you, Nineveh: “You
will have no descendants to bear your name. I will destroy the images and idols
that are in the temple of your gods. I will prepare your grave, for you are
vile.”
Look, there on the mountains, the feet of one who
brings good news, who proclaims peace!
Celebrate your festivals, Judah, and fulfill your
vows. No more will the wicked invade you; they will be completely destroyed.
Nahum
1:7-15
The words of two men recorded in the Old Testament of
the Bible brought great hope to people weary of conflict.
While describing God’s coming judgment on a ruthless
and powerful nation, Nahum said, “Look, there on the mountains, the feet of one
who brings good news, who proclaims peace!”
Nahum and Isaiah’s prophetic words of hope found their
ultimate fulfillment at the first Christmas when the angel told the shepherds, “Do
Not Be Afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the
people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the
Messiah, the Lord.”
The most important headline in our lives every day is
the very best news ever spoken – Christ the Savior is born!
The
birth of Jesus is the best news the world has ever received!
Our
Daily Bread – December 13, 2016