A Prayer for New Beginnings: Embracing God’s Promises
"Sure, here is the King James Version (KJV) of Isaiah 43:16-19: 16 Thus saith the Lord, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters; 17 Which bringeth forth the chariot and horse, the army and the power; they shall lie down together, they shall not rise: they are extinct, they are quenched as tow. 18 Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. 19 Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert." - Isaiah 43:16-19
Heavenly Father,
As I come before You in prayer today, I am reminded of the powerful words spoken through Your prophet Isaiah; words that echo through the corridors of time, offering comfort and hope. In Isaiah 43:16-19, You remind us of Your sovereignty as the One who "maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters." Lord, I stand in awe of Your might and Your ability to direct the course of life, even through the most tumultuous of circumstances. You are the Creator who designed the very waters and formed the path that leads us. When I feel lost or overwhelmed by the waves of life, help me to anchor my trust in You, knowing that You are carving a path designed specifically for my journey.
Lord, I acknowledge that there are times when I become consumed with my challenges and struggles, as indicated in the verse, where You remind me that You "bringeth forth the chariot and horse, the army and the power." I recognize the power of the enemy that seeks to ensnare my spirit and deter my progress. But, as You assure us, those forces "shall lie down together, they shall not rise." I claim this promise today, Lord, for myself and others who may be wrestling with battles both seen and unseen. May every lie of the enemy be extinguished, quenched with the fire of Your truth, Lord. I ask for Your divine intervention, that You would scatter the darkness that looms, and lead me to the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Father, I come before You, yearning to release the burdens of my past; as You command in verse 18, "Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old." It can often be so difficult to forget the mistakes, regrets, and pains I carry. Yet I am reminded that in Your grand plan, my past does not define my present or my future. Help me to relinquish the weight of my history; soothe my spirit and help me find freedom in forgiveness—both of myself and of others. May I no longer be shackled by yesterday's failures, but be a vessel for Your new beginnings.
In verse 19, You promise, "Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it?" Lord, I eagerly stand on the cusp of all that You are preparing for me. Help me to open my eyes to the newness that is emerging all around me. May I recognize the signs of Your work—whether they arrive in whispers or mighty movements. Teach me to anticipate the miracles You unfold, both small and grand. I am ready, Lord, to embrace the transformation You have instore. Aid me in my faith, that I might not doubt Your promises, but instead rejoice in the unfolding tapestry of possibilities that You weave into my life.
Further, as You offer, "I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert," I cling to your promise of provision and sustenance. I may find myself in places that seem desolate or unwelcoming, but I trust that You will provide refreshment in dry places. I ask for the strength to understand when You are guiding me through the wilderness and the courage to follow Your lead. May I drink deeply from the rivers You provide, both physically and spiritually, finding nourishment in Your Word and comfort in Your presence.
Lord, I stand expectant and hopeful, trusting in Your ability to do immeasurably more than I can ask or imagine. Let Your new creation blossom in my heart and in my life. Help me to walk boldly forward into Your plan for me, embracing the journey and celebrating each step, knowing that You are with me every moment.
In Jesus’ name, I pray,
Amen.
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Isaiah 43:16-19 - "Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters, who brings forth chariot and horse, army and warrior; they lie down, they cannot rise, they are extinguished, quenched like a wick: Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."
"Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters, who brings forth chariot and horse, army and warrior; they lie down, they cannot rise, they are extinguished, quenched like a wick: Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert." - Isaiah 43:16-19
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Isaiah 43:18-19
Isaiah 43:18-19
Isaiah 43:16 - "Thus saith the LORD, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters;"
Isaiah 43:19 - "Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert."
""Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland."" - Isaiah 43:18-19
"Thus saith the LORD, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters;" - Isaiah 43:16
Isaiah 43:18-19 - ""Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.""
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Isaiah 43:2
Joshua 19:43 - "And Elon, and Thimnathah, and Ekron,"
Isaiah 43:19 Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old. I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Isaiah 19:16 - "In that day shall Egypt be like unto women: and it shall be afraid and fear because of the shaking of the hand of the LORD of hosts, which he shaketh over it."
Isaiah 43:18 - "¶ Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old."
"And Elon, and Thimnathah, and Ekron," - Joshua 19:43
Isaiah 43:11 - "I, even I, am the LORD; and beside me there is no saviour."
Numbers 16:43 - "And Moses and Aaron came before the tabernacle of the congregation."
Isaiah 43:8 - "¶ Bring forth the blind people that have eyes, and the deaf that have ears."
Isaiah 43:15 - "I am the LORD, your Holy One, the creator of Israel, your King."
Genesis 43:19 - "And they came near to the steward of Joseph's house, and they communed with him at the door of the house,"
Isaiah 43:21 - "This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise."
Isaiah 43:27 - "Thy first father hath sinned, and thy teachers have transgressed against me."
Isaiah 43:26 - "Put me in remembrance: let us plead together: declare thou, that thou mayest be justified."
"Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert." - Isaiah 43:19
Isaiah 43:28 - "Therefore I have profaned the princes of the sanctuary, and have given Jacob to the curse, and Israel to reproaches."
Ezekiel 43:16 - "And the altar shall be twelve cubits long, twelve broad, square in the four squares thereof."
Isaiah 43:22 - "¶ But thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob; but thou hast been weary of me, O Israel."