Sunday's lectionary text (Isaiah 7:10-16) is as heated as our political world in Washington, D.C. today. Literally. Then, like now, the mess is coming from multiple sides. As our nation's leaders rally, unite, divide or defend our President, we are caught in the space and time of great stress and deep strain.
"But look," this prophet says. "God is with us."
That message was shot down by a ruler who desired control yet lived in fear. That message can be shot down today, too, should you choose to do so.
APPLICATION: Don't shoot the message down. God is with us. Your fear or his ultimate control. Each day is your choice.