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Traveling the OT – Isaiah

Nichole Fogleman by Nichole Fogleman
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  1. Today’s readings Isaiah 9, 10, 11, 12

There are so many names of towns and places in the OT. How do we know which to pay attention to and which to ignore? I think it’s important as you read these old testament texts to spend some time trying to understand their surroundings just as if you were reading a topographical map. Isaiah 9 is a perfect example. Isaiah the prophet begins by providing a message of hope to the people of Israel, stating “the time of darkness and despair will not go on forever”. He begins a commentary, about towns in northern Israel: Zebulin and Naphtali. And then come to find out, the gospel of Matthew referenced these same two towns in his writings (Matthew 4:15). These towns have to be important, right? So let’s back up a little and discover a little about the topography of the world of Israel, during the conquest of Assyria.

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During the time period when Israel, the northern kingdom, was being conquered by Assyria, the northernmost territories were the land that was occupied first. These territories were Zebulin and Naphtali. People were coming in and out of the territories, non-Jews, pagans, people of other cultures, gentiles. This area of the northern kingdom became immersed with gentiles. Think of it as a modern-day New York City, with many cultures, many nationalities, living in a small region of the world, which gives rise to the term “Galilee of the Gentiles”. And interestingly, Jesus began his public ministry in this area, in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali. (Matthew 4: 13), the region “Galilee of the Gentiles, an area where so many Gentiles lived. ( Matthew 4: 15) And why do you think this may be where Jesus first began his public ministry? Were these people more open to hearing the gospel? Were there more oppressed people in this area of the world? We know that he had his reasons. His was not a haphazard ministry.

In this context, read with an open mind and an open heart the passages of Isaiah chapters 9, 10, 11, and 12. There is a lot to take in. Sometimes it’s good to just immerse yourself in God’s word. Now you know more about the people of the OT and why God was trying to speak to them. Allow this information to penetrate your being, listen and hear His words today. The Assyrians were taking over their world. Their lives were changed forevermore. Reflect on what they may have been going through and how this could apply to life today. On Wednesday, we explore and find out more, what happens next, and our old friend Ahaz, his son begins to rule and we meet a new prophet, Hosea.

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Nichole Fogleman

Nichole Fogleman

     Nichole began an organization called "Hope for Pain" in 2010, after feeling led to help those that struggle with chronic illness. Professionally, she is an advanced practice nurse specialized in anesthesia, called a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist  (CRNA).  She knows well the struggles patients endure with invisible illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, multiple sclerosis, chronic back pain; the list goes on and on. Because of her late mom's struggle with illness, she decided to extensively research how she could help this community outside of her role at the hospital.  Self management for those that suffer with chronic illness is essential.  This is defined as allowing the patient to help control their diagnosis using techniques like diet, spiritual care, and movement (yoga).  Nichole feels passionately that eating a healthy diet and immersing yourself in God's Word is key to healthy living and healing. The diet plan she recommends is plant based, and her journey with healing with food began after a family diagnosis of ADHD, but her adventures with Christ began way before she discovered the benefits of plants. As an author, she spent many years writing for, "Hope for Pain", and sharing these secrets with you has been her life's mission. For more about her platform go to www.hopeforpain.org.  Her latest bible study and daily tips for living your best life will be released in a book called "In the Garden: a 40 day Journey of Hope and Healing". 

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