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Isaiah 12 is a turning point.

Until chapter 11, it was God speaking — shaping, correcting, disciplining, and rebuilding His beloved nation. But now, in chapter 12, we finally hear the people’s response.

When God says, “My anger has turned away, and I will comfort you,” His people begin to sing.
They suddenly realize that their strength, comfort, and salvation come from the Lord of Heaven’s Armies — the same God who once disciplined them now lifts them, shelters them, restores them, and brings them home.

Isaiah 12:5 is powerful:
“Make known His deeds among the nations.”

And truly, His praise never stops.
While one part of the world wakes up and worships, another rests safely under His peace. Morning prayers, evening services, midweek gatherings, women’s fellowship, men’s meetings, acts of kindness to the poor — the world praises God 24/7.

And think of this:
A child of God traveling from the East to the West, alone in a new place, carrying the faith handed down for generations. As God moves in that person’s life — guiding, providing, comforting — His name is glorified in a whole new part of the world.

Wherever God’s children go, His praise spreads.
Through their living, walking, stories, and testimonies, the glory of God travels across nations and generations.

“Great is the Holy One of Israel, who lives among us.”
(Isaiah 12:6)

Prayer

Lord, thank You for turning Your anger away and comforting us with Your presence. Teach us to praise You in every season and to make Your name known among the nations. Let our lives carry Your glory wherever we go. Amen.

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