Isaiah warned Judah not to ally with Egypt
(20:5, 30:1, 2; 31:1). He knew that trust in any nation or any military might
was futile. Their only hope was to trust in God. Although we don't consciously
put our hope for deliverance in political alliances in quite the same way, we
often put our hope in other forces.
Government - We rely on
government legislation to protect the moral decisions we want made, but
legislation cannot change people's hearts.
Science - We enjoy the
benefits of science and technology. We look to scientific predictions and
analysis before we look to the Bible.
Education - We act as though
education and degrees can guarantee our future and success without considering
what God plans for our future.
Medical care - We regard
medicine as the way to prolong life and preserve its quality - quite apart from
faith and moral living.
Financial systems - We place
our faith in financial "security" - making as much money as we can for ourselves
- forgetting that, while being wise with our money, we must trust God for our
needs.
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All footnotes taken from the Life Application Study Bible, NIV
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