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Isaiah 57:15 - The God The Heavens Can't Contain Dwells In Every Humble Heart.

Isaiah 57:15: The God The Heavens Can't Contain Dwells In Every 
Humble Heart.  

Isaiah 57:15 (NKJV) For thus says the High and Lofty One Who 
inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: "I dwell in the high and holy 
place, With him who has a contrite and humble spirit, To revive the 
spirit of the humble, And to revive the heart of the contrite ones."  

COMMENTARY PEARL

   It's the miracle of the Incarnation! Our holy God took on 
human flesh in the form of Jesus to pay the price for our sin. So 
perhaps it's no surprise to read here in Isaiah that God reaches down 
from His throne to people who are humble in heart. 
   The almighty God reigns supreme in the universe. He judges 
humanity with fairness and mercy. He is exalted and righteous above all 
power - natural as well as supernatural. He alone is worthy of 
worship. No wonder He dwells in "the high and holy place." 
   But the holy place - that place set apart for a special 
purpose - is not in a heavenly, celestial palace. That holy place where 
Almighty God chooses to dwell is in the contrite and humble heart of a 
believer. 
   Do you want almighty God, your Creator, to come and 
fellowship with you? Then humble yourself and develop the kind of temple in 
which your Sovereign Lord delights to inhabit. [Being Still With God 
Every Day by Henry Blackaby] 

COMMENTARY

   This verse gives us a beautiful picture of God's relationship 
with his people. He is high and holy, the glorious, exalted One. He 
reigns over all in heaven and on earth. The Lord Almighty needs no 
house, for his dwelling place is all eternity. And yet he chooses to 
dwell with"literally to abide and make his home in"those who are 
anything but "high and holy" and who know it. Rather they are those whose 
spirits are humble, contrite, open, and teachable. Instead of being like 
the Pharisee in Luke 18, who thanked God that he wasn't like the 
unjust or other unsavory people, they are like the tax gatherer who 
cried out for God's mercy. They know how unworthy they are of God's 
love and mercy. But God's holy and loving heart is moved by 
individuals who humble themselves and acknowledge their weakness and 
dependence on him. Then he refreshes, revives, and gives new courage to 
these repentant souls. How gracious our God is! 
   Oh, GOD, you are high and lifted up, glorious and exalted! 
And I am not. I bow before you and ask you to develop in me a heart 
of humility. Your Word says that you will not despise a repentant 
heart, and so I ask you to work that in me today. Thank you for meeting 
me right where I am and for bringing renewed courage for my life. 
[Praying Through The Bible By Fuller] 

CLOSING THOUGHTS

The Lord longs for an intimate relationship with us. Time spent 
in communication with Him is the best way to grow close to Him, as 
we recognize His majesty and our own need. [Life Principles SB By 
Charles Stanley] 

Between the humble and contrite heart and the majesty of heaven, 
there are no barriers; the only password is prayer. Hosea Ballou 
(1771-1852)  

LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY: 
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2007/20070528-1445.html 

LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT

Most Important Decision in Life: 
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0 

Seeking God Made Real: http://vimeo.com/31489782

Prayer Made Real: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE

LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES AND SEMINARS

Restoring The Power by John Bradshaw: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRogO1SxoZN15Boa7BMon4BouVMdteVaq 

Prophecies Decoded Sermon Series: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657 

Glow Tract Video Bible Studies: http://www.bibleresearch.info/

ABible.com: http://www.aBible.com