INTERCESSION

 

Sept 28 – Intercession - Isaiah 59:8-14

 

     Isaiah continues talking about his generation.  Most believe this was written during the time of Manasseh.  They look for light and find darkness.  Justice and righteousness do not reach them.  Isaiah from time to time puts himself in the monologue as an intercessor.  They are like people walking in darkness groping at a wall.  At midday they stumble and fall because of the darkness of their souls.  They moan like bears and doves.  They look for justice but find none.  Deliverance is far away.

     The intercession begins.  Our offenses are many in your sight.  Our sins testify against us.  We acknowledge our iniquities.  Rebellion, treachery and turning our backs on God.  This has brought revolt and oppression.  Lies in the hearts brought this about.  Justice is driven away.  Righteousness stays at a distance.  Truth stumbles in the street and honesty cannot enter.  Isaiah like Daniel is confessing the sins of the people.