Scripture

Tears of joy will stream down their faces,

And I will lead them home with great care.

They will walk beside quiet streams,

And on the smooth paths where they will not stumble.

Observation

The Lord is going to bring His people home from every corner of the earth. He will not overlook the blind, lame, expectant mothers, and women in labour. He will guide them beside quiet streams and along smooth paths.

The Lord who scattered His people is gathering them back. He has redeemed Israel and all their crops will be abundant. Everyone will celebrate and dance for joy.

Application

The primary focus of this prophetic word is the release of Israel from its exile in Babylon. The Lord promises to bring them home and to prosper His people in the land He has given them.

To us, it is a reminder of the joy of salvation. God loved us so much that He sent His one and only Son to bring us home to Him.

Christmas is a season of rejoicing. One of the biggest sources of joy for many people is families getting together again. In my family there has been so much laughter and celebration as we have gathered together.

Jesus is calling people home to Himself. We were once far away, but now we are coming home with tears of joy.

The best home coming ever is still in the future. One day all of the followers of Jesus from all of history will be called home to Heaven to start an eternity of joy.

Prayer

What an awesome gift you are to the world, Lord Jesus Son of God! I thank you for the anticipation of the great home coming. Amen