Lessons from Isaiah Standing Nobly How well a man serves the Church or the world is not a question of circumstance half so much as a matter of character. - W. Clarkson October 1, 2017

Isaiah 32:8 But he who is noble plans noble things, and on noble things he stands.

Noble Free, generous, liberal Ingenuous (honest/innocent) Of an excellent disposition; Ready to receive truth as in Acts 17:11. 1928 Webster’s

Albert Barnes The word 'liberal' means generous, noble, large-hearted, benevolent; a man of large views and of public spirit; a man above covetousness, avarice, (greed) and self- seeking; a man who is willing to devote himself to the welfare of his country, and to the interests of his fellow-men.

Freely Received John 1:16 - For from His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. Ephesians 1:7-9 - In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace, which He lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight making known to us the mystery of His will, according to His purpose, which He set forth in Christ

Isaiah 32:8 But he who is noble plans noble things, and on noble things he stands.

Isaiah 32:8 But he who is noble plans noble things, and on noble things he stands.

Isaiah 32:15-18 …until the Spirit is poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness becomes a fruitful field, and the fruitful field is deemed a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Isaiah 32:15-18 until the Spirit is poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness becomes a fruitful field, and the fruitful field is deemed a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Isaiah 32:15-18 until the Spirit is poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness becomes a fruitful field, and the fruitful field is deemed a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Isaiah 32:15-18 until the Spirit is poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness becomes a fruitful field, and the fruitful field is deemed a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Quietness – undisturbed, calm, without fear, in rest Trust – assurance, without care, confidence, safety, hope

Isaiah 32:15-18 until the Spirit is poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness becomes a fruitful field, and the fruitful field is deemed a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

For Our Consideration Are we noble and what does that mean to you? Are our plans and convictions noble? What does being the righteousness of God in Christ mean to you? Do we have quietness in our life? Do we have trust and are we secure in Christ? Is peace, rest, & trust just for eternity?

Thank You Lord for Your word that teaches us the truth Prayer Focus Thank You Lord for Your word that teaches us the truth Thank You for giving us Your Spirit to lead and guide us daily Thank You for grace, mercy and forgiveness Thank You for making us righteous by Jesus’ finished work