Isaiah 66:9 · KJV
"Shall I bring to the birth, and not cause to bring forth? saith the LORD: shall I cause to bring forth, and shut the womb? saith thy God."
King James Version
What does Isaiah 66:9 mean? →Passage Context
7Before she travailed, she brought forth; before her pain came, she was delivered of a man child.
8Who hath heard such a thing? who hath seen such things? Shall the earth be made to bring forth in one day? or shall a nation be born at once? for as soon as Zion travailed, she brought forth her children.
9Shall I bring to the birth, and not cause to bring forth? saith the LORD: shall I cause to bring forth, and shut the womb? saith thy God.
10Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her:
11That ye may suck, and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory.
Reflection Questions
1
What new beginnings are you hoping for in your life?
2
How do you perceive God's role in your personal growth?
3
When have you felt God was actively bringing something to fruition in your life?
Life Application
hope
Trust that God is working in your life, even when you can't see it. Embrace the new beginnings He offers.
faith
Reflect on areas where you need to trust God to bring forth growth and change.
Connection to Jesus
gospel theme
This verse reflects God's faithfulness in bringing forth life, which is fulfilled in Jesus, who brings spiritual rebirth.
See also: John 3:3
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