July 21

Isaiah 28-30
In pronouncing judgment on Israel for her unfaithfulness, the Lord says, “They say to the seers, “See no more visions!” and to the prophets, “Give us no more visions of what is right! Tell us pleasant things, prophesy illusions.”  Even though I’m not much into hell-fire and damnation sermons, when preaching the truth one cannot help but step on some toes.  Unfortunately, there are many popular evangelists who refrain from the hard truths, teaching a gospel of prosperity and blessings without any consequence for sinful lifestyles.  Because they preach these feel-good messages they are surrounded with those who want life on their terms instead of living a spirit filled life in the Lord, bowing to His will.  For those who choose to follow the truth they often find themselves worshiping in smaller groups.  However, they are free from the bondage of sin and are pleasing to God.