Scripture Passage: Isaiah 43:1-7

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1a When was Israel "formed"?
But now, this is what the Lord says—
he who created you, Jacob,
he who formed you, Israel:

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1b. What changes by the end?
7 everyone who is called by my name,
whom I created for my glory,
whom I formed and made.

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1a
2a
3a
X
3b
2b
1b

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2a. A very personal communal word
Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;
I have summoned you by name; you are mine.

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2b What is your name?
5 Do not be afraid, for I am with you...
7 everyone who is called by my name,

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3a Through which water and river?
2 When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.

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3a (still)Fire stories
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze.

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3b. Gathering the Scattered
I will bring your children from the east
and gather you from the west.
6 I will say to the north, ‘Give them up!’
and to the south, ‘Do not hold them back.’

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4a&b. A vow of exclusivity
I give Egypt for your ransom,
Cush and Seba in your stead. 4 ...
I will give people in exchange for you,
nations in exchange for your life.

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X. Right in the middle of it all, the focal point, marked with an X
Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you,

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Summary:
God loves us so much that he wants to have us join him in an amazing exclusive partnership that blesses anyone and everyone.

June 4, 2023 - Summoned By Name