Bible Study The Voice Of Him That Crieth In The Wilderness, Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord, Make Straight In The Desert A Highway For Our God.

[WalterandDebbie]

Wednesday 5-29-24 4th. Day Of The Weekly Cycle, Iyar 20 5784 72nd. Spring Day

Isaiah 40

3 The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.

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Luke 3

4 As it is written in the book of the words of Esaias the prophet, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.

5 Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways shall be made smooth;

6 And all flesh shall see the salvation of God.

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Preparing the way is a concept found in various religious and spiritual contexts. Let’s explore its meaning:

1. Biblical Context:
   • In the Bible, the phrase “prepare the way” is often associated with the preparation for the arrival of God or a significant event. The specific passage you mentioned from the book of Isaiah (Isaiah 40:3) speaks of a voice crying out in the wilderness, urging people to prepare the way for the Lord.
   • John the Baptist, a central figure in the New Testament, fulfilled this role by calling people to repentance and preparing their hearts for the coming of Jesus Christ. His message emphasized the need to make a straight path for the Lord, both physically and spiritually.
   • Preparing the way involves removing obstacles, making things ready, and creating a suitable environment for God’s presence or a divine encounter.
2. Spiritual Implications:
   • Beyond the literal interpretation, preparing the way has broader spiritual implications:
     • Repentance: It involves examining our hearts, acknowledging our shortcomings, and turning away from anything that separates us from God. Repentance clears the path for a deeper relationship with the divine.
     • Open Hearts: Preparing the way means having open hearts and minds, being receptive to spiritual truths, and cultivating a sense of expectancy.
     • Removing Obstacles: Just as physical paths need obstacles removed, spiritual paths require us to address hindrances like pride, doubt, and sin.
     • Alignment: It’s about aligning our lives with God’s purposes, seeking righteousness, and living in accordance with divine principles.
3. Application:
   • In practical terms, preparing the way might involve:
     • Prayer and Meditation: Spending time in prayer and meditation to connect with the divine.
     • Self-Reflection: Examining our lives, attitudes, and behaviors.
     • Forgiveness: Seeking forgiveness and forgiving others.
     • Service: Acts of kindness and service to others.
     • Studying Sacred Texts: Learning from spiritual teachings.

Remember that interpretations may vary based on religious traditions and personal beliefs. Ultimately, preparing the way is about readiness, anticipation, and creating space for spiritual growth and encounters.

Love Walter And Debbie

 

[LeviR]

John came into a wilderness of wild beasts, they were all like beasts of the field. Roaring lions tearing at their prey. The poor were defenseless against them. Until……..
Jesus.
He brought the high mountain elites down. And raised up the low valley poor.
The field he leveled.