v. 1 The symbolism of a "stump" -- Think about the idea of destruction or a forest that has been Deforested.. What is left? a stump. And from that stump comes life again.
Isaiah is speaking about the fact that this destruction isn't the end. New life, a new start can happen.
Under this amazing NEW KINGDOM, amazing things will happen..
vv. 3-4 He won't be like the other kings who were easily bribed and acted selfishly.
v. 6 In this kingdom the wolf and the lamb will play together. There will be peace beyond compare.
v. 8 a baby can play near the cobra and it will be okay (???) wow!
Can you imagine this kind of a kingdom?
When we talk about the kingdom of God is near - this is what we have to look forward to. There WILL come a day when there will be so much peace and justice and righteousness. How does that make you feel? Do you get excited? Or, are we so bogged down with reality that such a kingdom feels too much like a dream like it can't happen?
This kingdom of great peace and love will come. Do you want to be a part of it?
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