Isaiah 42:4 · KJV

"He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law."

King James Version

Passage Context

²He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street.

³A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth.

⁴He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law.

⁵Thus saith God the LORD, he that created the heavens, and stretched them out; he that spread forth the earth, and that which cometh out of it; he that giveth breath unto the people upon it, and spirit to them that walk therein:

⁶I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles;

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Devotional Reflection

LoveJoyPeaceGratitudeHopeAwe

God is dependable. God is our only true confidence that justice will finally triumph in a world where it so rarely does. The hope for all nations and peoples is that when Jesus comes back, He will bring with Him God's justice and truth. Maranatha, O Lord, come!

Prayer

Father in righteousness and mercy, I'm tired of the injustice done to good but helpless individuals and the corruption in our world. Send Jesus back as quickly as possible, bringing with Him Your Kingdom's virtuous and just rule. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you to trust in God's timing?

How do you remain hopeful when facing discouragement?

When have you witnessed God's justice in your life?

Life Application

hope

Hold onto hope in difficult situations, trusting that God is working behind the scenes for justice.

perseverance

Stay committed to your values and faith, even when discouraged, believing that God will fulfill His promises.

Connection to Jesus

nt fulfillment

This verse is fulfilled in Jesus' unwavering commitment to justice and righteousness, as He established God's law on earth.

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